Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction 22-26 Aug 2022
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PUPIENUS, A.D. 238. AR Double Denarius (Antoninianus) (4.19 gms), Rome Mint. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5. Fine Style.
RIC-10b; RSC-3. Obverse: Radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right; Reverse: Clasped right hands. Despite not receiving a star, this stunning specimen is certainly worthy, as the eye appeal seemingly knows no end. Well centered and struck on each side, this near-Mint example offers a delightful two-toned nature to the gunmetal gray along with some champagne tinges of luster emerging from the protected areas.
Ex: Freeman & Sear 1 (3/1995) Lot # 633.
Estimate: $700 - $1000
RIC-10b; RSC-3. Obverse: Radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right; Reverse: Clasped right hands. Despite not receiving a star, this stunning specimen is certainly worthy, as the eye appeal seemingly knows no end. Well centered and struck on each side, this near-Mint example offers a delightful two-toned nature to the gunmetal gray along with some champagne tinges of luster emerging from the protected areas.
Ex: Freeman & Sear 1 (3/1995) Lot # 633.
Estimate: $700 - $1000