Lot 2567

Sale 140 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Germanicus, son of Nero Claudius Drusus, (born 15 B.C., died A.D. 19), AE dupondius, Rome Mint, issued under Caligula, A.D. 37-41, (12.92 g), obv. GERMANICVS CAESAR, Germanicus in triumphal quadriga to right, with sceptre, rev. SIGNIS RECEPT DEVICTIS GERM, large SC below, Germanicus standing left, right hand raised, holding legionary eagle in left hand, (S.1820, RIC 57, C.7, CBN 140, BMC 93). Toned, minor surface pitting, very fine and rare.

Ex Anthony "Tony" Taylor Collection.

CNG Auction 397, lot 480. From the Archer M. Huntington Collection, ANS 1001.1.12379.

Estimate
$800
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$950