M. Plaetorius M.f. Cestianus, 57 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18.5 mm, 3.82 g, 4 h), Rome. CESTIANVS S · C Bust of Vacuna to right, draped and wearing the helmet of Minerva, the laurel wreath of Apollo, the crown of Isis, the wings of Victory and with the bow and quiver of Diana on her back and with a cornucopia before. Rev. M · PLAE-TORIVS · M · F · AED · CVR Eagle, with spread wings and head to left, standing facing on thunderbolt. Babelon (Plaetoria) 4. Crawford 409/1. Sydenham 809. Lightly toned. Banker's mark on obverse, otherwise, nearly very fine.
From the Trausnitz Collection, ex Künker FPL 122, August 1996, 29.
Price realized | 83 CHF |
Starting price | 75 CHF |