Roman Republic (Ancient, pre-41 BC)
L. Plautius Plancus. Silver Denarius (4.05 g), 47 BC. Rome. L PLAVTIVS below, Mask of Medusa with disheveled hair facing, coiled serpent at either side of face. Reverse: PLANCVS below, Aurora flying right, head slightly left, holding reins and conducting the four horses of the sun. Crawford 453/1a; HCRI 29; Sydenham 959; Plautia 15. Pleasing deep old antique toning. NGC grade AU; Strike: 4/5, Surface: 5/5. Our grade Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $300
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.