Lot 4404
Sale 127 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
L. Memmius, (109-108 B.C.), silver denarius, Rome mint, (3.71 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). Good fine or better and scarce.
Ex Dr V.J.A. Flynn Collection previously from M.R.Roberts with their ticket.
This type may refer to the legend of the Athenian king Menestheus who drove Theseus from Athens with the help of the Dioscuri.
- Estimate
- $100
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $100