Lot 2565
AR Denar (3.15g) dated year 2 (133/4 C.E.). . Hen-690. . AJC 21. Mild 13 [22 examples cited]. Inscription within wreath. Reverse: Broad chelys-lyre with three strings. Extremely Fine.
This is a very desirable type of the year 2 denars, depicting one of the most ancient of all musical instruments. The later kithara, shown on year 2 and 3 denars, had a sound box like our stringed instruments of today.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.
|
| |
| Realized $4,600 |
