Roman Silver & Bronze Coins - Republic
Lot 4309 SESSION 16 (9.30AM FRIDAY 28 JULY) Roman Silver & Bronze Coins - Republic
Estimate $150
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SOLD $120
M. SERGIUS SILUS, (116-115 B.C.), silver denarius, (3.75 g), obv. Roma helmeted head right, EX SC before, [RO]MA * behind, rev. horseman galloping left, with sword and barbarian head, Q/M.SERGI below, SILVS in exergue, (S.163, Cr.286/1, Syd.534, Sergia 1). Lightly toned, good very fine and scarce.
Ex RJM Collection with tickets.
The reverse alludes to the bravery of the moneyer's grandfather who distinguished himself during the second Punic war. He lost his right arm and received twenty-three wounds, but continued fighting. A replacement arm was made of iron.
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