Lot 5139
Sale 96 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
M. Cipius, M.f, (115-114 B.C.), silver denarius, (3.89 grams), obv. Roma helmeted head right, M. CIPI M.F. before, X behind, Victory in biga to right, rudder below, [ROMA] in exergue, (S.166, Cr.289/1, Syd. 546, RSC Cipia 1). Nearly very fine.
This moneyer has been identified with Cipius 'the snorer' who was known to feign sleep in order to facilitate his wife's acts of adultery.
- Estimate
- $80
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $40