M. Sergius Silus. Denarius
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Description
M. Sergius Silus; 116-115 BC, Denarius, 3.87g. Crawford-286/1, RBW-1115, Syd-544. Obv: RO[MA]-EX S C, Helmeted head of Roma r; behind, star. Rx: M SERGI / SILVS, Horseman rearing l. holding sword and severed head; below horse, Q. The reverse portrays the grandfather of M. Sergius Silus, who fought left-handed after losing his right hand in battle. He does indeed hold the severed Gallic head in his left hand.. VF