Leu Numismatik AG
Web Auction 18 18-21 Dec 2021
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Valens, 364-378. Siliqua (Silver, 18 mm, 2.00 g, 6 h), Treveri, 367-375. D N VALENS P F AVG Pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Valens to right. Rev. VOT / X / MVLT / XX in four lines within laurel wreath; in exergue, TRPS. RIC 44a. Struck from a somewhat worn reverse die and with a flan crack, otherwise, good 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.