Lot 3358
C. Considius Nonianus, moneyer. AR Denarius minted at Rome, 57 BC. Laureate, diademed, and draped bust right of Venus Erycina. Reverse: Temple of Venus Erycina atop mountain, ERVC inscribed at base; in foreground, circuit of city walls with gateway at center and two towers. Sear 381; Considia 1a; Cr. 424/1; Syd. 887. Banker's mark on chin of Venus. Mild roughness. Very Fine and rare.
The reverse type suggests the moneyer's loyalty to Pompey Magnus, who vied with Caesar for the support of Venus during the Civil War. Pompey claimed to have inherited the goddess's good will from his father-in-law Sulla; Sulla had particularly favored the aspect of Venus worshipped at Erycina.
Estimated Value $400 - 500.
The Pat Coyle Collection.
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