An exceptional Flavian dupondius, very likely the finest known
Lot 1565
Vespasian, 69-79. Dupondius (Orichalcum, 28 mm, 15.00 g, 7 h), Rome, 77-78. IMP CAESAR VESPASIAN COS VIII Radiate head of Vespasian to left. Rev. CERES AVGVST / S - C Cered, veiled, standing front, head to left, holding grain ears in her right hand and long torch in her left. BMC 735. Cohen 57. RIC 999. An exceptional piece, boldly struck and of the finest Flavian style. A magnificent coin with beautiful orichalcum surfaces and very likely the best known example. A few very light deposits, otherwise, good extremely fine.
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3500 CHF
Starting price:
2800 CHF
Hammer price:
8000 CHF
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