C. Fonteius, 114-113 BC. Denarius (Silver, 19 mm, 3.86 g, 8 h), Rome. Laureate, janiform head of the Dioscuri; to lower left, letter; to lower right, star (mark of value). Rev. C•FO NT / ROMA Galley with steerman and three rowers to left. Babelon (Fonteia) 1. Crawford 290/1. RBW 1120 var. (differing control). Sydenham 555. Darkly toned. Minor graffiti and with light scratches, otherwise, good fine.
From the collection of the Swiss-Spanish coin dealer and former Swiss Guard at the Vatican José Truyol, formed since the early 1970s.
Price realized | 110 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |