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With a selection of Roman Quinarii from the collection of James Lamb

Webauction, 20 July 2025

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Rare Phrygian -Style Helmet

Starting Price: 150 CHF
Hammer Price:  280 CHF
Lot 516

Anonymous, Circa 194-190 BC. Quinarius (Silver, 16 mm, 2.19 g, 2 h), Luceria. Head of Roma to right, wearing winged Phrygian helmet; behind, V (mark of value); beneath neck, L. Rev. ROMA Dioscuri charging to right on horseback, with couched spears. Crawford 98A/3. King 21. RBW 433. RSC 33e. Sydenham 176. Rare; attractive iridescent toning. Good very fine.

From the collection of James Lamb, acquired from Simon Shipp.

Online bidding closes: 20 Jul 2025, 18:18:00 CEST Current Date & Time: 11 Dec 2025, 06:24:24 CET Remaining Time: Closed Hammer Price:280 CHF by MailBidder8719 (3 bids)
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