Lot 165: Roman Republic, AR Denarius of C. Antesti / Dioscuri with Puppy / Goodman collection

Date: 146 BC

Obverse: C•ANTESTI behind head of Roma right in winged helmet, X below chin
Reverse: The Dioscuri on horseback galloping right with spears, puppy running right below, ROMA in exergue

Atributtion: Crawford 219/1d

Grade: Very Fine

Weight: 4.04 grs.

Measure: 19.88 mm.

Notes:
A very rare variety with puppy forepaw raised. Ex Goodman collection with tag. CNG sale 43 lot 1554 with tag. This coin hammered for $340 in 1997.

• Offered By: VAuctions
• Lot #: 165
• Listing #: 196272
• Closed: Thursday, September 13, 2012 6:49:20 PM CT
• Estimate: $750