Denarius of Gnaeus Cornelius Lentulus Clodianus

Roman Republic. Gnaeus Cornelius Lentulus Clodianus, AR Denarius, struck 88 BC. Obverse featuring helmeted bust of Mars right, seen from behind in a striking martial portrait style. Reverse inscribed CN LENTVL, with Victory driving a biga right, celebrating Roman military success and Republican virtus during the volatile final century of the Republic. A sharply classical issue with strong late Republican iconography and attractive old cabinet tone across the silver surfaces. Crawford 345/1; Sydenham 702. 17 mm, 4 g.