Lot 179: Vespasian. A.D. 69-79. Æ dupondius. Rome, A.D. 71.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 12 (Auction 309)

Description

Vespasian. A.D. 69-79. Æ dupondius (28 mm, 16.23 g, 6 h). Rome, A.D. 71. IMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG COS III, radiate head of Vespasian right / ROMA in exergue, S C across field, Roma seated left on cuirass, holding wreath and parazonium; behind, two shields. RIC 279; BMC 591-3; BN 569-70. Attractive tan and light brown patina with a bold portrait. Very fine.

From the Charles Darrah Collection of Flavian and Antonine Bronzes.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 179
Listing #: 233055
Closed: Thursday, July 10, 2014 5:59:20 PM CT
Estimate: $150

Sold Winning Bid: $195
8 Bid(s)

Description

From the Charles Darrah Collection of Flavian and Antonine Bronzes.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 179
Listing #: 233055
Closed: Thursday, July 10, 2014 5:59:20 PM CT
Estimate: $150