M. Volteius M.f, 78 BC. Denarius (Silver, 17 mm, 3.78 g, 6 h), Rome. Laureate, helmeted, and draped male bust to right; behind, human foot right. Rev. M•VOLTEI•M•F Cybele driving biga of lions to right; above, ΞZ. Babelon (Volteia) 4. Crawford 385/4. RBW 1417 var. (differing control symbol and mark). Sydenham 777. Some deposits and the obverse struck from a somewhat worn die, otherwise, nearly very fine.
From an American collection of Roman Republican and Imperatorial coins, ex Heritage 3020, 10 September 2012, 25571 (with original ticket) and Bertolami 3, 31 May 2011, 205 (with collector's ticket).
Price realized | 100 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |