★ The first Roman silver coin ★
Anonymous AR Didrachm, c. 310-300 BC
The Roman Republic. Anonymous. AR Didrachm (20-21 mm, 6.93 g), Neapolis, c. 310-300 BC.
Obv. Helmeted head of bearded Mars left; behind, oak-spray.
Rev. Horse’s head right on base inscribed ROMANO; behind, corn ear.
Sydenham 1; Crawford 13/1; HN Italy 266.
Nicely toned and very fine.
The first silver coin of the Romans.
Price realized | 800 CHF |
Starting price | 800 CHF |
Estimate | 1'000 CHF |