Nemean Lion, 80 B.C.
Nemean Lion, 80 B.C.

Silver denarius serratus of Gaius Poblicius Q.f., Rome, 80 B.C.
 
ROMA; Draped bust of Roma r., wearing Phrygian helmet ornamented with plumes on sides; above, control-letter O.
C POBLICI Q F; Hercules standing l., strangling the Nemean lion; between his feet, club; in l. field, bow and quiver; above, control-letter O.
 
Crawford 380/1; Sydenham 768; RSC Poblicia 9
 
Picture credit: Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc. (Auction 91), 7.6.2016, lot 1943

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