Auction 1
An exquisite selection of premium coins from ancient to modern times
The Roman Republic L. Thorius Balbus
Bid
| Estimated price | 400 CHF |
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Description
Denarius. 105 BC, Rome. 3.95 g. 18.20 mm. 3h
Obv. Head of Juno Sospita to right, wearing goat skin; I•S•M•R downwards behind.
Rev. Bull charging to right; L (control letter) above, L•THORIVS below, BALBVS in exergue.
Crawford 316/1; Sydenham 598; BMCRR Rome 1627; RSC Thoria 1; RBW 1168.
An exceptional specimen from artistic dies. Boldly struck on a very broad flan. Lovely iridescent tone. EF.
Ex NAC Auction Q, 2006, Lot 1495.