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GENS AURELIA / L. Aurelius Cotta



A-018-005-2017 Cr. 229/1a
  • Obverse: Helmeted head of Roma r.; behind X and before, COTA
  • Reverse: Hercules in biga of centaurs right, holding reins and club; each centaur carries a branch in left hand. Below, M·AVRELI and in exergue, ROMA
  • Type: Denar
  • State: EF
  • Weight: 3,92 gr.
  • Date: 140 BC
  • Mint: Roma
  • Diameter: 18,25 mm.
  • Die axis: 11 hs
  • Crawford: 229/1a
  • Other Ref: Bab. Aurelia 16; Syd. 429; RBW 958; Cal. 255; FFC. 184
  • Source: NAC 100 (05-2017). Lot 220
  • Comments:

    Scarce and in exceptional condition for the issue, among the finest specimens known. Light iridescent tone and extremely fine