Lot 3344
Sale 97 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
Q. Minucius Rufus, (c.122 B.C.), silver denarius (3.79 grams), obv. Roma helmeted head to right, X below chin, RVF behind, rev. Dioscuri to right, Q. MIN[V] below, ROM[A] in exergue, (S.152, Cr.277/1, Syd.421, RSC Minucia 1). Banker's mark on cheek, otherwise very fine and scarce.
This coin marks the final appearance of the traditional Dioscuri reverse type for the denarius introduced 90 years before.
- Estimate
- $100
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $80