Lot 3407

Sale 81 · Important Australian, New Zealand & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes

Description

Tiberius, (A.D. 14-37), silver denarius, Lugdunum mint, issued A.D. 14-37, (3.686 grams), obv. laureate head of Tiberius to right, around TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVSTVS, rev. PONTIF MAXIM, Livia seated to right, with vertical sceptre and branch, (S.1763 [£375 EF], RIC 30, BMC 48, H.916 [304]). Round and slightly off centred on the reverse, otherwise very fine and rare in this condition.

Of Biblical importance as the issue is often described as the Tribute Penny (Mark 12: 14-17).

Estimate
$600
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$350

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