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January 2023 NYINC Auction 13-16 Jan 2023
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ROMAN REPUBLIC. Q. Pomponius Musa. AR Denarius (3.89 gms), Rome Mint, 56 B.C. NGC Ch EF★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
Cr-410/8; Syd-823. Obverse: Laureate head of Apollo right; eight-rayed star to left; Reverse: Urania, the Muse of Astronomy, wearing long flowing tunic and peplum, standing left, touching globus set upon base with wand. Struck from dies of fine style and upon a flan that is most majestically toned, this specimen tantalizes with great detail remaining and some hints of brilliance remaining in the protected areas. Undoubtedly deserving of its star designation, and with a tremendous pedigree as well.
Ex: E. E. Clain-Stefanelli Collection.
Estimate: $1000 - $2000
Cr-410/8; Syd-823. Obverse: Laureate head of Apollo right; eight-rayed star to left; Reverse: Urania, the Muse of Astronomy, wearing long flowing tunic and peplum, standing left, touching globus set upon base with wand. Struck from dies of fine style and upon a flan that is most majestically toned, this specimen tantalizes with great detail remaining and some hints of brilliance remaining in the protected areas. Undoubtedly deserving of its star designation, and with a tremendous pedigree as well.
Ex: E. E. Clain-Stefanelli Collection.
Estimate: $1000 - $2000