

L. Hostilius Saserna. AR Denarius, 48 BC. Obv. Female head right, with long and dishevelled hair; behind, carnyx. Rev. Artemis facing, holding spear and placing right hand on head of prancing stag; on right, L·HOSTILIVS; on left, SASERNA. Cr. 448/3; B. (Hostilia) 4; RRSC D240.3. 3.89 g. 18.5 mm. Scarce. Perfectly centred and choice example of this fascinating issue. Enchanting bright dark tone. Light marks. Good EF.
Ex Aes Rude 11, 1982, 82.