Numismad

Auction 6  –  28 - 29 January 2023

Numismad, Auction 6

Ancient and Medieval Coins

Part 1: Sa, 28.01.2023, from 3:00 PM CET
Part 2: Su, 29.01.2023, from 3:00 PM CET
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Description

Absolutely exceptional and stunning piece! Absolutely exceptional and stunning piece!
SCYTHIA. Olbia. Caracalla, 198-217. Tetrassarion (Bronze, 22 mm, 4.94 g, 12 h).
Obv: ΑΥΤ Μ ΑΥΡ ΑΝΤⲰΝЄΙΝΟC CЄΒ Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Caracalla to right, seen from behind.
Rev: Haphaistos, wearing conical hat, standing, right leg on anvil (?), holding hammer (?) in left hand. His right hand's elbow rests on a helmet that sits atop a column and his hand reaches towards the headgear. Γ in left field
Ref: Anokhin (2011) 558 describes the revers as 'warior raises a trophy'

Year: 198-217
Diameter: 24 mm
Weight: 7.05 g
Material: Bronze

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