Lot 1869

Sale 65 · Important Australian & World Coins & Banknotes

Description

Tiberius, (A.D. 14-37), silver denarius, Lugdunum mint, issued A.D. 14-37, (3.572 grams), obv. laureate head of Tiberius to right, around [I CAESAR] DIVI AVG F AVGVS[TVS], rev. PON[TIF] MAXIM, Livia seated to right, with vertical sceptre and branch, (S.1763 [£175 VF], RIC 30, BMC 48, H.916 [304]). Some surface porosity, uneven tone, otherwise fine - very fine.

Of Biblical importance as the issue is often described as the Tribute Penny (Mark 12: 14-17).

Estimate
$200
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$220