Roman Republic M Furius Philus AR Denarius 119 BC Janus Trophy Crawford 281/1 For Sale

Offered for sale is an ancient Roman Republican silver denarius attributed to the moneyer M. Furius L.f. Philus, issued in 119 BC.
This approximately 2,145-year-old coin features the distinctive Janus and military trophy designs associated with Crawford 281/1.
COIN DETAILS
Issuing Authority: Roman Republic
Moneyer: M. Furius L.f. Philus
Date: 119 BC
Mint: Rome
Denomination: AR Denarius
Composition: Silver
Weight: 3.7 grams
Diameter: Approximately 22–23 mm
Catalog References: Crawford 281/1; Sydenham 529; RSC Furia 18
Certification: Uncertified / Ungraded
OBVERSELaureate head of Janus, the two-faced Roman deity associated with beginnings and transitions.
The obverse exhibits substantial circulation wear, with much of the original portrait detail worn or obscured.
REVERSE
Roma standing left, holding a scepter and crowning a military trophy decorated with captured Gallic arms, including shields and war horns.
The reverse retains recognizable design elements, including the standing figure of Roma, military trophy, and portions of the surrounding inscription.
CONDITION
Ancient circulated coin exhibiting substantial wear, surface discoloration, an irregular flan, and areas of reduced detailThe coin is ungraded and has not been professionally certified. Please examine all photographs carefully to evaluate its condition.
ORIGINAL LITTLETON COIN COMPANY PACKAGING
This coin was originally purchased individually from Littleton Coin Company and retains its original packaging and accompanying historical information card.
The original packaging identifies the coin as a silver denarius of the Roman Republic and includes Littleton\'s printed guarantee of genuineness.
The packaging and information card will be included with the purchase.
Please note that the Littleton packaging is not third-party grading certification and does not independently establish the specific Crawford attribution.HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
Issued in 119 BC, this denarius dates to the Roman Republic, more than a century before the establishment of the Roman Empire under Augustus.
The reverse depicts Roma honoring a military trophy, reflecting Roman military achievements and the symbolism used in Republican coinage.
An interesting collectible for enthusiasts of ancient Roman history, Republican coinage, and historical silver coins.
SHIPPING
You will receive the exact coin shown in the photographs, including its original Littleton Coin Company packaging and historical information card.
The coin will be securely packaged and shipped with tracking.
Please review all photographs before purchasing.