L. Calpurnius Piso Frugi AR-Denarius (19mm, 3.91 g, 4h). Rome mint, 90 BC.
Obv. Laureate head of Apollo to right; XXXVIIII downwards behind.
Rev. Horseman galloping to right, holding palm branch and reins; LVII above; L•PISO•FRVGI and ROMA in monogram below.
Crawford 340/1; Sydenham 661; RSC Calpurnia 11; RBW 1256 var. (control numbers).
A lovely piece with an attractive old cabinet toning with iridescence. Well struck and centered. Good VF.
Ex. CNG Auction 103, 2016, Lot 628.
Price realized | 270 CHF |
Starting price | 250 CHF |
Estimate | 500 CHF |