Lot 4280
Sale 102 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
C. Valerus Flaccus, (140 B.C.), silver denarius, Rome mint, (3.68 g), obv. Roma helmeted head right, X behind, rev. Victory in biga, holding whip, FLAC above, C.VAL.C.F. (VAL as a monogram) below, [R]OMA in exergue, (S.104, Cr.228/2, Syd.440, RSC Valeria 7). Toned, very fine, uneven edge as issued and very scarce.
Ex Bruce R. Brace Collection.
This issue marks the return to the traditional mark of value X now that the Roman population was familiar with the retariffing of the denarius at 16 asses.
- Estimate
- $180
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $140