118 BC. Porcia 8. L. Licinius Crassus (Cr 282/5)
Roma head right, L PORCI - LICI (counterclockwise
from 5:00)
/bearded warrior in biga, holding spear and carnyx
and shield, L LIC CN DOM
Serrate core
Tacitus comments on the "native" preference for serrat bigtique.
The prototype of this coin would have both characteristics. This coin proves
that serrtions were not a guarantee against plated counterfeits.
21-20 mm.
4:30. 3.74 grams.