Lot 5194
Sale 98 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
T. Didius, (c.113-112 B.C.), silver denarius, Rome mint, (3.86 grams), obv. Roma helmeted head to right, ROMA monogram behind, rev. two gladiators fighting, one holds whip, the other a stave, T.DEIDI in exergue, (S.171, Cr.294/1, Syd.550, RSC Didia 2). Toned, good very fine and rare.
Ex Spink & Son, London, January 1988 with ticket. This type probably relates to T. Didius who was sent to Sicily in 138 B.C. to put down the revolting slaves.
- Estimate
- $150
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $300