Ancient Roman Republic - 80 BCE C. Poblicius Q.f. Serratus AR Denarius NGC Choice AU

C. Poblicius Q.f. AR Denarius Serratus (4.09 gms), struck at the Rome Mint, circa 80 B.C. The obverse features the draped bust of Roma facing right, wearing a plumed helmet; behind, ROMA downwards; above, control-mark (S). Border of dots.
The reverse features Hercules strangling a Nemean lion with a club to the left and a bow and quiver to the right, both at his feet. C.POBLICI.Q.F is upwards; above, control-mark (S). Border of dots. A lovely well struck and lustrous example with very attractive toning.