P. Laeca, 110-109 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 3.93 g, 3 h), Rome. P•L AE CA Head of Roma to right, wearing crested and winged helmet; above, ROMA; below chin, X (mark of value). Rev. PROVOCO Military governor standing front, head to left, placing his right hand over citizen to right before him; behind him, attendant standing left and holding rods. Babelon (Porcia) 4. Crawford 301/1. RBW -. Sydenham 571. Nicely toned. Struck from a slightly worn reverse die and with minor nicks, otherwise, very fine.
From an American collection of Roman Republican and Imperatorial coins, ex Martí Hervera/Soler y Llach 1066, 3 May 2011, 2553 (with collector's ticket).
Price realized | 140 CHF |
Starting price | 50 CHF |