A. Postumius A.f. Sp.n. Albinus. 81 BC. AR Serrate Denarius (19mm, 3.66 g, 5h). Rome mint. Draped bust of Diana right, with bow and quiver over shoulder; bucranium above / A • POST • A • F • S • [N • (AL)BIN], togate figure standing left on rock, holding aspergillum over head of oxe standing right; lighted altar between them. Crawford 372/1; Sydenham 745; Postumia 7. VF, lightly toned.
From the Elwood Rafn Collection.
This type refers to the Battle of Lake Regillius, at which the Roman army was commanded by A. Postumius Albus. Before the battle a special sacrifice was made to Diana at her temple on the Aventine Hill.
