LOT #25217 |
Current Bid: $15
Roman Republic: L. Furius Purpurio (ca.169-158 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.80 gm, 5h). NGC VG 5/5 - 4/5....
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Description
L. Furius Purpurio (ca.169-158 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.80 gm, 5h). NGC VG 5/5 - 4/5. Rome. Head of Roma right, wearing pendant earring, beaded necklace, and winged helmet surmounted by griffin crest; X (mark of value) behind / PVR, Luna in galloping biga right, whip in left hand, reins in right; murex shell above; ROMA in linear frame below. Crawford 187/1. Sydenham 424. Furia 13.From the Merrill A. Gibson Collection of Ancient Coins.
Auction Info
2025 September 21 The Merrill A. Gibson Collection of Ancient Coins Showcase Auction #61519 (go to Auction Home page)
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