Lot 4336
Sale 102 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
L. Memmius, (109-108 B.C.), silver denarius, Rome mint, (3.89 g), obv. male head to right, with oak wreath, * below chin, rev. Dioscuri standing facing between their horses, each holding spear, L.MEMMI in exergue, (S.181, Cr.304/1, Syd.558, Memmia 1). Slightly off centre on reverse, otherwise bright, good very fine and very scarce.
This type may refer to the legend of the Athenian king Menestheus who drove Theseus from Athens with the help of the Dioscuri.
- Estimate
- $200
- Result Status
- Passed in