Pre-Long Beach Auction #80

Q. Fufius Calenus and M. Cordus. Silver Denarius (4.0 g), 68 BC. Rome. HO behind, V[I(RT)] before, KAL[ENI] below, jugate heads of Honos, laureate, and Virtus, wearing crested helmet, right. Reverse CORDI in exergue (ITAL) to left, RO to right, Italia standing right, holding cornucopiae, clasping hands with Roma standing left, foot on globe, holding scepter; in left field, winged caduceus. Crawford 403/1; Sydenham 797; Fufia 1. Nicely toned with some underlying luster. We note some fine old scratches on both sides. Choice Very Fine.
Estimated Value $300 - 350.