Leu Numismatik AG
Web Auction 18 18-21 Dec 2021
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C. Valerius Flaccus, 82 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 3.91 g, 5 h), Massalia. Winged and draped bust of Victory to right; behind, O. Rev. C•VAL•FLA - IMPERAT / EX• S•C Aquila between two signa inscribed H(astati) and P(rincipes), respectively. Babelon (Valeria 12). Crawford 365/1. RBW -. Sydenham 747. Lightly toned and of fine style. 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.