Lot 3752
Sale 134 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
C. Vibius Varus, (42 B.C.), silver denarius, Rome Mint, (3.95 g), obv. head of Bacchus, wearing wreath of ivy and grapes to right, dotted border, rev. C. VIBIVS in exergue VA[RVS] to right, Panther leaping to left towards altar with mask and thyrsus, (S.496, Cr.494/36, Syd.1138, B.Vibia 24). Attractive grey patina, nearly extremely fine and very scarce.
Ex Dr Hugh Preston Collection.
Previously CNG September 2001, lot 1053.
- Estimate
- $220
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $200