Artemide Aste

Auction 59E  –  2 - 3 July 2022

Artemide Aste, Auction 59E

Ancient, Medieval and World Coins, Medals

Part 1: Sa, 02.07.2022, from 3:00 PM CEST
Part 2: Su, 03.07.2022, from 3:00 PM CEST
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Description

Drusus, son of Tiberius (died 23 AD). AE As, struck under Tiberius. Obv. DRVSVS CAESAR TI AVG F DIVI AVG N. Bare head left. Rev. PONTIF TRIBVN POTEST ITER around large SC. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Tib.) 45; C. 2. AE. 10.63 g. 29.00 mm. An attractive example. Broad flan. Green brown patina. Good VF/About EF. Drusus Julius Caesar became heir to the Roman Empire - following the death of his adoptive brother Germanicus in AD 19. But Drusus was poisoned only 37 years old by his wife Livilla - who had been seduced by the chief of the praetorian guard, Sejanus - who himself wanted to become the next emperor. This coin was issued just before Drusus died.

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Price realized 145 EUR
Starting price 100 EUR
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