Lot 388: Roman Republic AR Denarius of L. Manlius Torquatus / Roma / Horseman charging

Date: 113-112 BC

Obverse: ROMA behind head of Roma right, in winged helmet
Reverse: Warrior on horseback charging left, holding spear and shield, Q above, TORQVA in exergue.

Attribution: Crawford 295/1

Grade: Very Fine

Weight: 3.84 grs.

Measure: 20.04 mm.

Notes:
This moneyer honors his ancestor T. Manlius Imperiosus Torquatus who killed a Gaulish warrior, took the torque of his victim and placed it around his own neck as a trophy of his victory. He received the name Torquatus because of his feat of bravery.

• Offered By: VAuctions
• Lot #: 388
• Listing #: 211492
• Closed: Thursday, November 8, 2012 6:13:30 PM CT
• Estimate: $200