Leu Numismatik AG
Web Auction 18 18-21 Dec 2021
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L. Cossutius C.f. Sabula, 72 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 4.08 g, 1 h), Rome. SABVLA Winged head of Medusa to left, with serpents in her hair. Rev. L•COSSVTI•C•F Bellerophon riding on Pegasus to right, hurling spear with his right hand / XXXVI. Babelon (Cossutia) 1. Crawford 395/1. RBW 1436 var. (differing control mark). Sydenham 790. Somewhat brushed, 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.