Lot 2542
Vespasian, AD 69-79. AR Denarius minted posthumously at Rome by Titus, AD 80-81. Laureate head right of the deified Vespasian. Reverse: Victory advancing left, placing shield on trophy; at base, captive. RIC (Titus) 364. Fabulous portrait with underlying luster; Superb Extremely Fine.
Since the captive is so small (male or female?) and the coin's minting date is so late, numismatists are not certain which of Vespasian's victories this coin commemorates. In any event, it is a jewel of a first century denarius.
Estimated Value $700 - 900.
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| Realized $2,875 |
