Q. Caecilius Metellus Pius. 81 BC. AR Denarius (18mm, 3.87 g, 1h). North Italian mint. Diademed head of Pietas right; stork before / Jug and lituus; IMPER in exergue; all within laurel-wreath. Crawford 374/2; Sydenham 751; Caecilia 44. Superb EF, beautifully toned. Exceptional metal quality.
