L. Julius Bursio, 85 BC. Denarius (Silver, 21 mm, 4.06 g, 8 h), Rome. Laureate, winged, and draped bust of Apollo Vejovis to right; behind, trident and turtle. Rev. L•IVLI•BVRSIO Victory driving galloping quadriga to right, holding reins in her left hand and wreath in her right; above, LV. Babelon (Julia) 5. Crawford 352/1a. RBW 1347 var. (differing control mark). Sydenham 728. Rare with turtle on the obverse. A few scratches and the reverse struck slightly off center, otherwise, about very fine.
From the Rev. Dr. Stephen Knapp Collection, ex Classical Numismatic Auctions X, 21 March 1990, 588.
Price realized | 180 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |