Lot 3223
Antonia, mother of Claudius. AE Dupondius minted of Rome, AD 42. Draped bust of Antonia bare-headed, right. Reverse: Claudius, veiled and togate, standing left holding simpulum. RIC 92; BMC 166; CBN 143. Uniform chocolate brown patina. Rare. Very Fine.
Antonia, younger daughter of Marc Antony and Octavia, niece of Augustus and married to Nero Claudius Drusus and had two sons, Germanicus and the future emperor Claudius. Antonia died in AD 37, at the age of 73, many speculated by her grandson Caligula. Nonetheless, she recieved no honors until after her son Claudius became emperor and struck coinage early in his reign.
Estimated Value $600 - 700.
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