Lot 4494

Sale 113 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes

Description

L. Hostilius Saserna, (48 B.C.), silver denarius, Rome mint, (3.58 g), obv. head of Gallic warrior (Vercingetorix) to right, Gaulish shield behind, rev. naked warrior in biga driven by charioteer to right, L HOSTILIVS above, SASERN below, (S.418, Cr.448/2, Syd.952, B.Hostilia 2). Attractive grey patina, strong portrait, nearly extremely fine and very rare.

Ex Noble Numismatics Auction Sale 99 (lot 3500) and previously from Spink & Son with their ticket.

Estimate
$1,500
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$1,300

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