Davissons Ltd.
E-Auction 43 8 Jun 2022
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JUDAEA. Roman Administration. Diva Poppaea and Diva Claudia. Died A.D. 65 and A.D. 63. Æ 3 Units (18.5mm, 4.80 g, 12h). 6.46 gm. 18 mm. Caesarea Panias (Caesarea Philippi) mint. Struck 65-68 C.E. Distyle temple set upon high podium, containing statue of Diva Poppaea seated left; DIVA POPPAEA AVG / Hexastyle temple set upon high podium, containing statue of Diva Claudia left on basis; DIVA CLAVD NER F. RPC I 4846. Meshorer 354. Hendin (5th ed.) 1270. Good Fine; dark brown and red patina with brassy high points. Very rare.
This is the only coin issued in the name of Claudia, Nero's daughter with Poppaea, who died in infancy in 63 C.E.