P. Fonteius Capito. AR Denarius, 55 BC. Obv. P·FONTEIVS·P·F·CAPITO·III·VIR. Helmeted and draped bust of Mars right, with trophy over shoulder. Rev. MN·FONT·TR·MIL (MN ligate). Warrior on horseback thrusting his spear at Gaulish enemy who is about to slay unarmed captive; on right, helmet and oval shield. Cr. 429/1; B. (Fonteia) 17. 4.18 g. 17.5 mm. Sound metal, exceptional weight and broad flan, well centred. A brilliant and superb example, with underlying luster. Minor metal flaws on obverse. EF/Good EF.
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