Lot 1894
Sale 69 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes
Description
Q. Caecilius Metellus Pius (as Imperator c.81 B.C.), (c.81 B.C.), silver denarius, North Italy mint, (3.935 grams), obv. Pietas diademed head to right, stork before, rev. elephant walking to left, Q.C.M.P.I. in exergue, (S.301 [£75 VF], Cr.374/1, Syd.750, B.Caecilia 43). Good very fine/ very fine and scarce.
An issue struck in North Italy as imperator where he was campaigning on behalf of Sulla. The following year he was the dictator's colleague in the consulship.
- Estimate
- $250
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $250