Roman Republic, P. Fonteius P. f. Capito, Denarius - RARE

Rare Republican denarius.

Very well preserved specimen.

Roman Republic

P. Fonteius P. f. Capito (55 BC), Denarius 55 BC, Rome mint

Obverse: bust of young Mars in helmet to right, banker's mark

P • FONTEIVS • P • F • CAPITO • III • VIR

Reverse: Cavalryman galloping to right, hurling spear at a warrior, kneeling to left below, about to attack a bound captive

• FO • TR • MIL

Diameter 19 mm, weight 4.00 g