Lot 5166
Sale 98 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
C. Antestius, (146 B.C.), silver denarius, Rome mint, (3.94 grams), obv. Roma helmeted head right, [C A]NTESTI behind, X under chin, rev. the Dioscuri to right, dog running to right below with both fore-feet raised, ROMA in exergue, (S.95, Cr.219/1e, Syd.411, B.Antestia 1). Slight planchet flaw to right of head on obverse, otherwise toned very fine and scarce.
Ex Charles E. Weber collection and Triton VII auction, lot 1357 (part). With detailed collector’s tickets.
- Estimate
- $100
- Result Status
- Passed in