Lot 3722

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

Description

M. Plaetorius M.F. Cestianus, (69 B.C.), silver denarius, Rome Mint, (4.03 g), obv. helmeted and draped bust right with attributes of Isis, Minerva, Apollo, Diana and Victory wearing wreath, bow and quiver over shoulder, cornucopiae under chin, CESTIANVS behind, S C before, rev. M. PLAETORIVS M F AED CVR, eagle standing on thunderbolt, (S.349, Cr.409/1, Syd.809, RSC Plaetoria 4). Toned with golden highlights, nearly extremely fine and scarce.

Ex Dr Hugh Preston Collection.
Previously Rauch 70, lot 305.

Estimate
$250
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$280

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