M. Herennius. 108-107 BC. AR Denarius (16mm, 3.85 g, 11h). Rome mint. Good VF.

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Lot: 303. Estimated: $ 200

Roman Republican, Silver

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M. Herennius. 108-107 BC. AR Denarius (16mm, 3.85 g, 11h). Rome mint. Diademed head of Pietas right / Amphinomus running right, carrying his father on his shoulder; B to right. Crawford 308/1b; Sydenham 567a; Herennia 1a; RBW 1149 var. (control). Light marks and scratches, some find patina remaining. Good VF.

From the Elm Street Collection, purchased from Harlan J. Berk.

Amphinomus was a hero who carried his elderly father to safety during the eruption of Mt. Aetna. His brother Anapias carried their mother. They refused to abandon their parents even as the lava was about to overtake them, but miraculously, the lava parted and they were saved. This act was celebrated as a model of filial piety throughout Greek and early Roman culture.

Closing Date and Time: 29 November 2023 at 11:40:40 ET.

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