ANTONIA MINOR (MOTHER OF CLAUDIUS). AR Denarius (3.53 gms), Rome Mint, struck under Claudius, A.D. 41-42. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 1/5. Scratches, Scuff, Smoothing.
RIC-68 (Claudius). Obverse: Draped bust right, wearing wreath of grain ears; Reverse: Two long torches, linked by ribbon. A fairly RARE and desirable early imperial type, this example exhibits some deep toning overtop its various noted issues. For the collector seeking Julio-Claudian family members that are not often encountered, this specimen would fill the role quite admirably.
Estimate: $800.00- $1200.00