Lot 5188
Sale 98 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
M. Cipius, M.f, (115-114 B.C.), silver denarius, (3.82 grams), obv. Roma helmeted head right, M. CIPI M.F. before, X behind, Victory in biga to right, rudder below, [RO]MA in exergue, (S.166, Cr.289/1, Syd. 546, RSC Cipia 1). Reverse off centred, otherwise 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
- $110