L. Scribonius Libo. 62 BC. AR Denarius (19.5mm, 3.85 g, 6h). Rome mint. Good VF.

Electronic Auction 606
Lot: 479. Estimated: $ 150

Roman Republican, Silver

Sold For $ 425. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Go to Live

L. Scribonius Libo. 62 BC. AR Denarius (19.5mm, 3.85 g, 6h). Rome mint. Diademed head of Bonus Eventus right / Puteal Scribonianum (Scribonian wellhead), decorated with garland and two lyres; hammer at base. Crawford 416/1a; Sydenham 928; Scribonia 8a; RBW 1500; cf. Elkins, Monuments Figure 24. Iridescent toning. Good VF. An interesting architectural reverse.

From the Bem Jamin Collection.

Though a puteal is often described as a "wellhead," the Puteal Scribonianum depicted here was a walled enclosure erected around the spot of a lightning strike in the Roman Forum. The Romans believed such spots were marked by the gods, and hence worthy of veneration. Erected circa 204 BC by a member of the Libo clan, the Puteal became a popular meeting spot for money lenders and merchants.

Closing Date and Time: 18 March 2026 at 12:39:20 ET.

All winning bids are subject to a 20% buyer’s fee.