Roman Rep., AR Den., C Antestius, Rare, NR

     Roman Republic, AR Denarius (3.95 grams), C.ANTESTI, 146 BC, Rome
     Mint, Obverse: Helmeted head of Roma looking to the right, before
     X, C.AESTI behind, border of dots. Reverse: Dioscuri going right,
     puppy below looking upwards with forefoot raised, ROMA in
     exergue. Well centered nicely struck with some wear, VF+.
     Reference: Sydenham-; Antestia 1a. Crawford 219/1d, Rare coin.
     buyer pays $4.00 for insured shipping.