Leu Numismatik AG
Web Auction 18 18-21 Dec 2021
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D. Silanus L.f, 91 BC. Denarius (Silver, 19 mm, 4.00 g, 5 h), Rome. Head of Roma to right, wearing winged helmet; behind, Q. Rev. D•SILANVS•L•F / ROMA Victory driving biga to right; above, XV. Babelon (Junia) 15. Crawford 337/3. RBW 1233 var. (differing control marks). Sydenham 646. Some marks, otherwise, about very fine.
From the Red Ox Collection and the collection of the Czech musician Adolf Picek (circa 1885-1978), and formerly in the possession of an Italian banker, whose life was saved by Mr. Picek in the Battles of the Piave River on the Italian Front in 1917-1918 and who presented his savior with 'four socks of old coins' in reward.
From the Red Ox Collection and the collection of the Czech musician Adolf Picek (circa 1885-1978), and formerly in the possession of an Italian banker, whose life was saved by Mr. Picek in the Battles of the Piave River on the Italian Front in 1917-1918 and who presented his savior with 'four socks of old coins' in reward.