Q. Caecilius Metellus Pius Scipio and P. Licinius Crassus, 47-46 BC. Denarius (Silver, 17 mm, 4.05 g, 1 h), North Africa. Q·METEL· PIVS – SCIPIO·IMP Lion-headed Genius Terrae Africae standing facing, holding ankh in her right hand; to left and right of her head, G.T. - A. Rev. P·CRASSVS·IVN – LEG PRO·PR Victory standing l., holding caduceus and shield. Babelon (Caecilia) 51, (Licinia) 21. Crawford 460/4. CRI 43. Sydenham 1050. Very rare. Toned. Very fine.
From the collection of W. F. Stoecklin, Amriswil, Switzerland, acquired from Münzen und Medaillen AG in Basel prior to 1975.
Price realized | 4'600 CHF |
Starting price | 450 CHF |