Lot 3692

Sale 134 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Mn. Fonteius C.F., (85 B.C.), silver denarius, Rome Mint, (3.97 g), obv. Vejovis laureate head to right, MN FONTEI C.F behind, Roma monogram before, thunderbolt below, rev. infant winged Genius seated on goat, caps of Dioscuri above, thyrsus below, all within laurel wreath, (S.271, Cr.353/1a, Syd.724a, RSC Fonteia 10). Attractively toned, very fine and scarce.

Ex Dr Hugh Preston Collection.

Estimate
$150
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$280

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