SYRIA, Decapolis. Philadelphia. Domitian, 81-96. (Bronze, 26 mm, 13.02 g, 11 h), dated ΓΜΡ (143) = 80/1. ΔΟΜΙΤΙΑΝΟC ΚΑΙCΑΡ Laureate head of Domitian right; head of Herakles to right within circular incuse countermark punched on Domitian's neck. Rev. ΦΙΛΑΔΕΛΦΕΩΝ L ΓΜΡ Veiled bust of Tyche to right, wearing mural crown; palm frond behind her neck. Rosenberger 9. RPC II 2107. Sofaer 13. Spijkerman 10. For c/m: Howgego 17. Fine portrait of Domitian; relatively scarce type. A few earthen highlights, otherwise, very fine.
From the Brett Telford Collection, USA.