Leu Numismatik AG
Web Auction 18 18-21 Dec 2021
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C. Naevius Balbus, 79 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 3.83 g, 4 h), Rome. Diademed head of Venus to right, wearing earring and pearl necklace; behind, S•C. Rev. C•N AE•BALB Victory driving fast triga to right, holding reins in both hands; above, X. Babelon (Naevia) 6. Crawford 382/1b. RBW 1410 var. (differing control mark). Sydenham 769b. Light scratch on the obverse, otherwise, 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.