Description

Roman Republic.

C. Hosidius C.f. Geta.

AR Denarius, Rome, 68 B.C.

Obverse: Draped bust of Diana right, bow and quiver over her shoulder / Caledonian boar standing right, pierced by spear and attacked by hound.

Obverse legend: GETA - III VIR.

Reverse: HOSIDI.

Silver, 3.76g, 19mm, serrated edge.

References: Crawford #407/1; Sydenham# 904; Sear# 347, Hosidia# 2; 1455,

Grade: gFine-Fine, old cleaning, reverse scratched. 

Providence: Ex Otago Coin International.