Auction 1
An exquisite selection of premium coins from ancient to modern times
Bid
| Estimated price | 1,500 CHF |
| Result |
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Description
Denarius. Autumn 32-summer 31 BC, Italian (Rome?). 3.92 g. 19.90 mm. 9h
Obv. Bare head right.
Rev. Venus standing right, seen from back and with drapery covering only her thighs, holding transverse scepter in left hand, resting left elbow on column, and holding helmet in right hand; on left, shield with star motif set on ground, leaning against column; CAESAR DIVI • F across field.
RIC I 250a; CRI 395; RSC 62; BMCRE 599 = BMCRR Rome 4333; BN 19-22.
A beautiful coin with a wonderful portrait of fine style. Attractive old cabinet toning. Boldly struck. The reverse struck slightly off center as usual for this type and a few minor scuffs on the obverse, otherwise, EF.
Ex. UBS Auction 49, 2000, Lot 324.