AR Denarius, 3.73g (18mm, 5h).

Veiled, diademed and draped bust of Venus to right; L•CENSORIN behind / Venus driving biga to right, holding goad and reins; XXVIIII (control number) above, C•LIMETA (partially ligate) below, P•CREPVSI in exergue.

Pedigree: Ex Scipio Collection; Ex Numismatica Ars Classica, Auction 11, 29 April 1998, lot 226.

References: Crawford 360/1b; BMCRR Rome 2642 var. (control number); RSC Marcia 27

Grade: Some very minor marks but otherwise attractive example with good strike, cabinet toning and clear imagery. EF

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