Lot 179: C. Antestius. 146 BC. AR Denarius. Rome mint.

AUCTION: Sale 303

Description

C. Antestius. 146 BC. AR Denarius (19mm - 3.65 g). Rome mint. Helmeted head of Roma right; dog walking upwards behind; X below chin / Dioscuri on horseback riding right; C. ANTESTI below, ROMA in exergue. Crawford 219/1a; Sydenham 406; Antestia 2. VF, darkly toned, toning rubbed in exergue on reverse revealing bare metal.

From the Ivar Gault Collection. Ex Classical Numismatic Group E-236, lot 412.

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 179
Listing #: 181086
Closed: Friday, January 31, 2014 5:29:00 PM CT
Estimate: $100
Collection: Ivar Gault

Sold Winning Bid: $85
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 179
Listing #: 181086
Closed: Friday, January 31, 2014 5:29:00 PM CT
Estimate: $100
Collection: Ivar Gault