C. Mamilius Limetanus AR Serrate Denarius. Rome, 82 BC. Draped bust of Mercury to right, wearing winged petasos; caduceus and M (control letter) behind / Ulysses standing to right, holding staff in left hand and extending right hand to Argus; C•MAMIL downwards to left, LIMETAN (partially ligate) upwards to right. Crawford 362/1; BMCRR Rome 2725; RSC Mamilia 6. 3.99g, 18mm, 7h.
Mint State; attractive golden highlights around devices.
From the collection of Z.P., Austria.
The reverse shows Ulysses, after an absence of many years, returning in humble dress to the island of Ithaca, where he was at once recognised by his old dog Argus, who died of joy at seeing his former master.
Price realized | 1'800 GBP |
Starting price | 450 GBP |
Estimate | 750 GBP |