MIDDLE DANUBE. Eravisci. Mid to late 1st century BC. Denarius (Silver, 20 mm, 4.07 g, 11 h), imitating a Roman Republican denarius. Head of Roma to right, wearing winged helmet; behind, star (mark of value). Rev. Victory driving galloping quadriga to right, holding wreath in her right hand and goad and reins in her left; blundered legend. Dembski 1585 var. (differing legend and style). Lanz -. Very fine.
From the Red Ox Collection and the collection of the Czech musician Adolf Picek (circa 1885-1978), and formerly in the possession of an Italian banker, whose life was saved by Mr. Picek in the Battles of the Piave River on the Italian Front in 1917-1918 and who presented his savior with 'four socks of old coins' in reward.
Price realized | 180 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |