*Powerful Vercingetorix* Roman Republic – L. Hostilius Saserna (48 BC) Silver Denarius, NGC XF 4/5 – 5/5
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Description Roman Imperatorial (Late Republic). L. Hostilius Saserna, as moneyer AR (Silver) denarius. Mint of Rome; struck 48 BC. Graded XF 4/5 - 5/5 by NGC; a somber yet fierce portrait of the famous Gallic chieftain who led the resistance to Julius Caesar's conquest. Lightly toned with hints of cerulean and gold. Design: Head of Gallic warrior (likely Vercingetorix) right, with flowing hair and goatee; chain around neck symbolizing captivity and subjugation, Gallic shield behind / Gallic warrior standing in galloping biga, brandishing spear; driver below, holding reins Reference: Crawford 448/2a. Sydenham 952. Dimensions: 20 mm / 3.86 gm Condition: NGC XF 4/5 - 5/5; high-grade example of this popular type. Impressive in hand.
