Triton XVI, Lot: 1505. Estimate $500. Sold for $850. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ITALY, Paduan Medals. Attributed to Giovanni Cavino, or his workshop. Early-mid 16th century. Æ “Sestertius” (35mm, 19.67 g, 12h). In the name of Julius Caesar. C • CAESAR • DICT • PERPETVO, laureate head right / Crossed winged caduceus and fasces; ax to left, clasped right hands above, globe to right, LEVCA in exergue. Johnson & Martini 1247; Klawans 3; cf. Lawrence 2. EF, warm brown patina, minimal traces of pitting from casting. Attractive early after cast.
From the Goldman Roman Imperatorial Collection. Ex Elsen 96 (14 June 2008), lot 239 (where it realized €1100).