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Lot 116: Roman Republic, M. Cipius, 'The Snorer', 115 - 114 BC, Silver Denarius 
- Sold Winning Bid: $120
- 1 Bid(s)
Description
Roman Republic, M. Cipius, 115 - 114 BC
Silver Denarius, Rome Mint, 18mm, 3.84 grams
Obverse: Helmeted head of Roma right, mark of value behind, M CIPI M F before.
Reverse: Victory in galloping biga right holding reins and palm frond, rudder below, ROMA in exergue.
Cipia 1 // Crawford 289/1 // RBW 1118
Silver Denarius, Rome Mint, 18mm, 3.84 grams
Obverse: Helmeted head of Roma right, mark of value behind, M CIPI M F before.
Reverse: Victory in galloping biga right holding reins and palm frond, rudder below, ROMA in exergue.
Cipia 1 // Crawford 289/1 // RBW 1118
Nicely toned. This moneyer is possibly the same who gave rise to the proverb 'I don't sleep', a reference to his pretending to snore while his wife committed adultery.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Kenneth W. Dorney
- Lot #: 116
- Listing #: 545373
- Closed: Tuesday, January 31, 2023 11:57:00 AM CT
- Estimate: $200