Lot 3762

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

Description

Augustus, (27 B.C. - 14 A.D.), silver denarius, (4.06 g), Rome Mint, M. Durmius moneyer, issued 19-18 B.C., obv. around CAESAR [AVGV]STVS, bare head of Augustus to right, rev. M DVRMIV[S] III VIR, Wild boar standing right, pierced through by a spear, its front legs thrust forward, (S.1619, RIC 317, RSC 430, BMCRE 61). Attractive dark even toning, good very fine - nearly extremely fine and rare.

Ex Dr Hugh Preston Collection.
Previously M&M September 1987, private treaty.

Estimate
$800
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$1,100

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