P. Fonteius P.f. Capito. 55 BC. AR Denarius (17.5mm, 3.98 g, 6h). Rome mint. Near EF.

Electronic Auction 563
Lot: 682.
Closing Date: Jun 5 2024 10:00 ET

Roman Republican, Silver

Estimate: $ 250

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P. Fonteius P.f. Capito. 55 BC. AR Denarius (17.5mm, 3.98 g, 6h). Rome mint. Helmeted and draped bust of Mars right; trophy over shoulder / Warrior on horseback galloping right, thrusting spear downward at kneeling enemy in Gallic helmet, who holds sword and shield; to lower left, another enemy warrior, kneeling right; Gallic helmet and shield to lower right. Crawford 429/1; Sydenham 900; Fonteia 17; RBW 1536. Toned with some luster. Near EF.

From the Wild Rose Collection. Ex Numismatica Ars Classica 114 (6 May 2019), lot 463; Numismatica Ars Classica 64 (17 May 2012), lot 966.


Closing Date and Time: 5 June 2024 at 13:47:00 ET.

All winning bids are subject to a 20% buyer’s fee.