Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 555, Lot 316
BAKTRIA, Indo-Greek Kingdom. Telephos Euergetes. Circa 80-70 BC. AR Drachm (17mm, 1.92 g, 12h). Anguipede, the limbs terminating in lotus blossoms / Helios, radiate and holding scepter, standing left, and Selene, wearing crescent diadem, standing right; monogram to lower right. Bopearachchi 1A; Bopearachchi & Rahman 645; SNG ANS –; HGC 12, 409. Toned, deposits roughness, tiny lamination on obverse. Fine. Very rare.
Estimate: 400 USD... | 7 Feb 2024 | 425 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 558, Lot 257
BAKTRIA, Indo-Greek Kingdom. Telephos Euergetes. Circa 80-70 BC. Æ (23x22.5mm, 6.77 g, 12h). Zeus enthroned slightly left, extending hand / Man seated right on low rocky surface, warming hands over small fire, cradling branch in left arm; container at feet, monogram to left. Bopearachchi 3A; SNG ANS –; HGC 12, 411. Earthen dark brown patina. VF. Rare.
From the Weinstein Collection.
Estimate: 300 USD... | 20 Mar 2024 | 600 USD | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 209 | Silver, Lot 265
Phrygia. Cotiaeum. Gallienus AD 253-268.
Bronze Æ
22 mm, 5,90 g
Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right / Nude Herakles standing, holding club and the infant Telephos.
Very Fine
BMC 104. Very Rare
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 28 Apr 2024 | Upcoming
Auction | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Triton XXVII, Lot 909
Constantine I. AD 307/310-337. Æ Follis (19mm, 3.16 g, 12h). Constantinople mint, 1st officina. Struck AD 327. CONSTANTI NVS MAX AVG, laureate head right / SPES PVBLIC, labarum, with Christogram at top and three medallions on drapery, spearing serpent; A|–//CONS. RIC VII 19. Dark brown-green patina, scratches, smoothing. Good VF. Rare and popular type.
From the J. K. Biblical Collection. Ex Nomos 19 (17 November 2019), lot 358 (hammer CHF 5500).
There has been much speculation regarding thi... | 9 Jan 2024 | 8,000 USD | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 315
Constantine I, 307/310-337. Follis (Bronze, 18 mm, 3.27 g, 11 h), Constantinopolis, 327. CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG Laureate head of Constantine I to right. Rev. SPES - PVBLIC / CONS Labarum, with three medallions on drapery and surmounted by Christogram, piercing serpent; in field to left, A. Ramskold, Constantine's SPES PVBLIC coins (2020a), p. 225, fig. 6, no. 35 (this coin). RIC 19. An unusually attractive example of this difficult issue, very well struck and with an exceptionally detailed reve... | 9 Dec 2023 | 2,600 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 4351
Constantine I, 307/310-337. Follis (Silvered bronze, 20 mm, 3.48 g, 11 h), Constantinopolis, 327. CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG Laureate head of Constantine I to right. Rev. SPES - PVBLIC / CONS Labarum, with three medallions on drapery and surmounted by Christogram, piercing serpent; in field to left, A. Ramskold, Constantine's SPES PVBLIC coins (2020a), -. RIC 19. Very rare. Some traces of corrosion and cleaning and the hair slightly strengthened, otherwise, very fine.
From a European collection,... | 9 Dec 2023 | 1,100 CHF | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 198 | Silver, Lot 50
Mysia. Pergamon circa 133-67 BC.
Cistophoric Tetradrachm AR
27 mm, 11,74 g
Cista mystica with half-open lid from which a serpent issues to the left; around, ivy wreath with fruits / Two serpents coiled around a bow case; monogram of Pergamon to left; serpent-entwined thyrsos to right; between serpents heads, ME above monogram.
Very Fine
Kleiner, Hoard 39.
The "cista mystica" is a symbolic motif from ancient Greek art and religious iconography. It refers to a mystical or sacred chest or b... | 25 Feb 2024 | 120 EUR | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 209 | Silver, Lot 104
Mysia. Pergamon circa 133-67 BC.
Cistophoric Tetradrachm AR
28 mm, 12,05 g
Serpent emerging from cista mystica; all within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; monogram in wreath and AΠ above, monogram in left field, serpent-entwined thyrsus to right.
Very Fine
Kleiner, Hoard 26; SNG BnF 1728
The "cista mystica" is a symbolic motif from ancient Greek art and religious iconography. It refers to a mystical or sacred chest or basket often depicted in various artistic c... | 28 Apr 2024 | Upcoming
Auction | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 2221
PAPHLAGONIA. Ionopolis. Julia Paula, Augusta, 219-220. Diassarion (Bronze, 23 mm, 8.45 g, 7 h). ΙΟΥ ΚΟΡ ΠΑΥΛΑ CΕΒ Draped bust of Julia Paula to left, holding poppy flower in her right hand. Rev. IΩNOΠΟΛITΩN The snake-god Glykon as a coiled serpent with human head to right. RPC VI online 30500 (this coin). Unique. Smoothed and repatinated, otherwise, about very fine.
From the Jay Smith Collection of coins of Elagabalus, ex Zeus E-Auction 25, 23 October 2022, 396 (misdescribed).
The reverse ... | 9 Dec 2023 | 220 CHF | |
Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG - Auction 402, Lot 367
PAMPHYLIA. PERGE.
AR-Stater, 380/360 v. Chr.; 10,76 g. Athena Parthenos steht l., davor Granatapfel//Apollo steht l. mit Patera und langem Lorbeerzweig, davor Altar und Kranz, r. Adler. Arslan/Lightfoot Gruppe 6, 230 f. (OD 11/RD18); Atlan -, vergl. 142; SNG Cop. -; SNG France 3, -; SNG v. Aulock -.
RR Feine Tönung, sehr schön
Exemplar der Auktion Giessener Münzhandlung 69, München 1994, Nr. 405.
In der Sammlung Sayar findet sich ein sehr gut erhaltener wie extrem seltener sidetischer Stat... | 14 Mar 2024 | 1,900 EUR | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - E-Sale 118, Lot 413
Tauric Chersonesos, Chersonesos Æ 21mm. Pseudo-autonomous issue, time of Commodus, AD 177-192. ΧЄΡ, Asklepios standing facing, head to left, leaning on serpent-entwined staff; Γ to right / ЄΛЄΥΘЄΡΑϹ, Hygieia standing to right, holding serpent(?) in each hand. RPC IV.1 Online 3719.5 (temporary); Anokhin 279. 3.92g, 21mm, 6h.
Near Very Fine. Rare variant.
Unlike the other examples of RPC and Anokhin, where it is clear that Hygeia is feeding a serpent from a patera, here it is not clear whe... | 8 Apr 2024 | 25 GBP | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 1280
MYSIA. Pergamon. Circa 166-67 BC. Cistophorus (Silver, 28 mm, 12.55 g, 12 h), circa 85-75. Cista mystica from which snake coils; around, ivy wreath with fruits. Rev. Two snakes coiled around a bow case; between the snake heads, KA above monogram; to left, monogram of ΠΕΡΓ; to right, thyrsos entwined by a serpent. Kleiner 35. SNG Paris 1738-9. Attractively toned. Struck slightly off center from a worn obverse die, otherwise, very fine.
From the Yothr Collection.
Starting price: 50 CHF... | 9 Dec 2023 | 180 CHF | |
Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG - eLive Auction 80, Lot 1117
ROMAN COINS
MÜNZEN DER RÖMISCHEN REPUBLIK
AR-Denar (Serratus), 59 v. Chr., Rom, L. Roscius Fabatus; 3,79 g. Kopf der Juno Sospita r. im Ziegenfell, dahinter Helm//Mädchen steht r., davor Schlange, dahinter Harpa. Bab. 1; BMC 3441; Crawf. 412/1; Syd. 915. Herrliche Patina, sehr schön
Der Münzmeister stammte aus Lavinum und beschreibt auf seinem Denartyp, übrigens dem letzten Serratus der römisch-republikanischen Münzprägung, eine lavinische Tradition: Anläßlich des jährlich wiederkehrenden Fes... | 5 Dec 2023 | 115 EUR | |
Lugdunum GmbH - Auction 23, Lot 46
GREEK COINS ASIA.
MYSIA. PERGAMUM. Tetradrachm circa 104-98 BC. Cista mystica from which snake coils; around, ivy wreath with fruits // Two snakes coiled around a bow case; between the snake heads, KT; to left, monogram; to right, thyrsos entwined by a serpent. Kleiner 38; SNG Paris 1741. 12.22 g. Attractive specimen. Choice uncirculated
Provenance: privetely purchased from SKA-Monetarium in Zurich (Switzerland) in 1986.
Estimate: 250 CHF... | 14 Dec 2023 | 700 CHF | |
Noonans (formerly Dix Noonan Webb) - Auction 285, Lot 116
The Scrayingham Hoard of Roman Denarii
The Scrayingham Hoard of 28 Roman Denarii
Roman Imperial Coinage, 1. Vitellius, Denarius, 69, a vitellivs germanicvs imp, bare head right, rev. Victory seated left, holding patera and cornucopia, 2.96g/6h (RIC 71; RSC 121). Fine, scuff on obverse
2. Domitian (as Caesar), Denarius, 76-7, laureate bust right, rev. cos iiii, Pegasus standing right, foreleg raised, 2.96g/6h (RIC 921; RSC 47). Fair
3. Domitian, Denarius, 87, laureate head right, rev. imp ... | 5 Dec 2023 | 1,200 GBP | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24001
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (17mm, 3.93 gm, 1h). NGC MS 2/5 - 5/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is no clear recor... | 11 Dec 2023 | 1,050 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24003
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (17mm, 3.95 gm, 8h). NGC AU 4/5 - 5/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9. A well centered example of this popular type with lovely luster an toning.
Ex iNumis, Mail Bid Sale 17 (23 March 2012), lot 141.
One of the most ... | 11 Dec 2023 | 3,100 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24004
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.84 gm, 4h). NGC AU 4/5 - 4/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is no clear recor... | 11 Dec 2023 | 1,350 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24005
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.88 gm, 3h). NGC AU 4/5 - 3/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is no clear recor... | 11 Dec 2023 | 1,700 USD | |
Need access to more market information? Research tools for professionals |
|
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24006
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (19mm, 3.67 gm, 6h). NGC AU 4/5 - 2/5, edge chips. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9. Deeply toned, with cerulean and orange glimmers.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent... | 11 Dec 2023 | 1,700 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24007
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.69 gm, 4h). NGC Choice XF 5/5 - 3/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is no clea... | 11 Dec 2023 | 1,300 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24008
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (19mm, 4.01 gm, 10h). NGC Choice XF 5/5 - 3/5, bankers mark. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although ... | 11 Dec 2023 | 1,200 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24009
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.70 gm, 2h). NGC XF 5/5 - 3/5, bankers mark. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9. Lovely toning throughout.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the ... | 11 Dec 2023 | 950 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24010
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (20mm, 3.88 gm, 7h). NGC Choice VF 4/5 - 4/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is no clea... | 11 Dec 2023 | 850 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24011
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (19mm, 3.89 gm, 1h). NGC VF 4/5 - 4/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is no clear recor... | 11 Dec 2023 | 950 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61351, Lot 24012
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (19mm, 3.77 gm, 1h). NGC Choice Fine 5/5 - 5/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9. Perfectly centered example.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exe... | 11 Dec 2023 | 1,300 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - NYINC Signature Sale 3114, Lot 33216
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.92 gm, 2h). NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 4/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9. Expertly struck on a brilliant flan with almost the entirety of the devices visible.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an ... | 16 Jan 2024 | 4,200 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61361, Lot 23062
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (19mm, 4.10 gm, 1h). NGC XF 5/5 - 4/5, brushed. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Cloudy toning.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is... | 12 Feb 2024 | 1,750 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61361, Lot 23063
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.80 gm, 4h). NGC XF 4/5 - 4/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006.
Ex Historical Scholar Collection (Heritage Auctions, Auction 61297, 23 October 2022), lot 98168.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an el... | 12 Feb 2024 | 1,200 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61361, Lot 23064
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (19mm, 4.03 gm, 11h). NGC Choice VF 5/5 - 4/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is no clear recor... | 12 Feb 2024 | 1,500 USD | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 29, Lot 668
MYSIA. Pergamon. Circa 166-67 BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 27 mm, 12.50 g, 1 h), circa 86-76. Cista mystica from which snake coils; around, ivy wreath with fruits. Rev. Two snakes coiled around a bow case; between the snake heads, IE above monogram of ΠPY; to left, monogram of ΠΕΡΓ; to right, serpent-entwined staff. Kleiner, Hoard 34. Pinder 109. SNG Paris -. The obverse struck somewhat off center and with a scratch on the reverse, otherwise, about extremely fine.
Ex Leu Web Auction 20, 16 July... | 24 Feb 2024 | 240 CHF | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - Auction XXX, Lot 514
Constantine I 'the Great' BI Nummus. Constantinople, AD 327. CONSTANTINVS MAX AVG, laureate head to right / Labarum, with three medallions on vexillum and surmounted by Christogram, piercing serpent below; SPES PVBLIC across fields, A in left field, CONS below. RIC VII 19; LRBC 978. 3.11g, 18mm, 11h.
Good Extremely Fine. Very Rare.
Ex Roma Numismatics Ltd., Auction XX, 29 October 2020, lot 692 (hammer: GBP 4,400).
The reverse of this nummus, remarkable for being Constantine's earliest use o... | 21 Mar 2024 | 3,200 GBP | |
Harlan J. Berk, Ltd. - Buy or Bid Sale 227, Lot 369
Attica, Athens. AE 12; Attica, Athens; 2nd cent. AD, AE 12, 3.22g. Kroll, Agora-222 var. (no serpent). Obv: Bust of Athena r. Rx: Tripod encircled by serpent. Perhaps unpublished with serpent on reverse.. VF
Estimate: 400 USD... | 14 May 2024 | Upcoming
Auction | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - CSNS Signature Sale 3115, Lot 32209
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (19mm, 3.89 gm, 7h). NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 5/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Well-struck and lustrous piece.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. ... | 8 May 2024 | Upcoming
Auction | |
Numismatica Ars Classica - Auction 146, Lot 2096
Syracuse.
Tetradrachm circa 460, AR 25 mm, 17.30 g. Slow quadriga r. on exergual line, driven by charioteer standing, holding reins in both hands; above, Nike flying l. and crowning charioteer; in exergue, sea-serpent r. Rev. ΣΥΡΑ – ΚΟ – ΣΙ – ΟΝ Head of the nymph Arethusa r., wearing diadem of beads, circular earring, and necklace of beads; around, four dolphins. BMC Sicily - cf. 154, 68 (legend differently subdivided). SNG ANS 134–136. Boehringer 440. AMB 435 (this obverse die). de... | 8 May 2024 | Upcoming
Auction | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61373, Lot 22001
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (17m, 3.96 gm, 10h). NGC MS★ 5/5 - 5/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9. Gorgeous detailing on shimmering surfaces.
From the Bob Klein History of Money Collection
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an ... | 5 May 2024 | Upcoming
Auction | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61373, Lot 22002
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (17mm, 3.81 gm, 1h). NGC XF 5/5 - 5/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although there is no clear record of wha... | 5 May 2024 | Upcoming
Auction | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61373, Lot 22003
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (19mm, 3.84 gm, 6h). NGC Choice VF 5/5 - 3/5, light marks. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9.
One of the most popular types Caesar minted were of an elephant stepping on a serpent, with CAESAR in the exergue. Although th... | 5 May 2024 | Upcoming
Auction | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61375, Lot 25185
Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (18mm, 3.93 gm, 5h). NGC Choice XF★ 5/5 - 5/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. An awe-inspiring display of toning, where vivid apricot hues burst forth under the illumination of light, enhancing the coin's bright, gleaming field... | 20 May 2024 | Upcoming
Auction | |
Need access to more market information?Research tools for professionals |
|
cgb.fr - Internet Auction October 2023, Lot 316
GALLIA - CARNUTES (Beauce area)
Type : Bronze "aux oiseaux et au serpent"
Date : Ier siècle avant J.-C.
Mint name / Town : Chartres (28)
Metal : bronze
Diameter : 16,5 mm
Orientation dies : 5 h.
Weight : 3,09 g.
Rarity : R1
Obverse legend : Anépigraphe
Obverse description : Tête à droite, la chevelure schématisée en quatre mèches ondulées qui encadrent le visage et aux extrémités triangulaires globulées, grènetis
Reverse legend : Anépigraphe
Reverse description : Aigle attaquant un ... | 24 Oct 2023 | 100 EUR | |
Patrick Guilard - E-Auction 5, Lot 3
GRECQUES - ANCIENT GREEK
ROIS DE PERGAME
(123-100), Cistophore au serpent dans la ciste bachique - R/: Var. KA, Arc dans le goryte entouré de 2 serpents
- TTB 40 (TTB+)
Assez Rare ! - Avers décentré
PO 2262v, SG 3948v, SNG France 1738
- ARGENT - 12,47g
----------------------------------------
THE PERGAMENE KINGDOM
(123-100), Cistophorus with cista mystica containing serpent R/: Bow in case between 2 coiled serpents - KA monogram
- EF 40
Scarce! - Obverse off center
PO 2262v, SG 394... | 23 Oct 2023 | Unsold | |
Patrick Guilard - E-Auction 5, Lot 4
GRECQUES - ANCIENT GREEK
LYDIE
Tralles, (189-133) : Cistophore au serpent dans la ciste bachique R/: Arc dans le goryte entouré de 2 serpents, var. à tête radiée d'Helios
- TTB 45 (TTB++)
Assez Rare ! - légère griffure
PO 2734v, SG 4746, BMC 329
TRALLES - ARGENT - 12,60g
----------------------------------------
LYDIA
Tralleis, (189-133): Cistophorus with cista mystica containing serpent - R/: Bow in case between 2 coiled serpents, var. with radiate Helios head
- EF 45
Scarce! - light... | 23 Oct 2023 | Unsold | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - E-Sale 114, Lot 353
Mysia, Pergamon AR Cistophoric Tetradrachm. Circa 85-76 BC. Serpent emerging from cista mystica; all within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; ΦI and monogram above, civic monogram to left, serpent-entwined thyrsos to right. Kleiner, Hoard 50; SNG Copenhagen 441; SNG BnF 1755-6. 12.19g, 27mm, 12h.
Very Fine.
Ex Roma Numismatics Ltd., E-Sale 59, 11 July 2019, lot 263.
Estimate: 40 GBP... | 23 Nov 2023 | 55 GBP | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - E-Sale 114, Lot 354
Mysia, Pergamon AR Cistophoric Tetradrachm. Circa 76 BC. Serpent emerging from cista mystica; all within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; monogram, star and AΠ above, civic monogram to left, serpent-entwined thyrsos to right. Kleiner, Hoard 25; SNG Copenhagen 425; SNG BnF 1726-7. 11.97g, 28mm, 12h.
Very Fine.
Ex Roma Numismatics Ltd., E-Sale 59, 11 July 2019, lot 262.
Estimate: 40 GBP... | 23 Nov 2023 | 50 GBP | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 1331
LESBOS. Mytilene. Circa 377-326 BC. Hekte (Electrum, 9 mm, 2.56 g, 12 h). Laureate head of Apollo to right. Rev. Head of a female to right, her hair bound in sakkos; behind, coiled serpent; all within linear square within incuse square. Bodenstedt 100A. SNG Copenhagen 317 var. (serpent on obverse). SNG von Aulock 1714. Struck from somewhat worn dies, otherwise, very fine.
Ex Leu Web Auction 27, 9-11 September 2023, 579.
Starting price: 100 CHF... | 9 Dec 2023 | 1,100 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 1332
LESBOS. Mytilene. Circa 377-326 BC. Hekte (Electrum, 9 mm, 2.53 g, 12 h). Laureate head of Apollo to right. Rev. Head of a female to right, her hair bound in sakkos; behind, coiled serpent; all within linear square. Bodenstedt 100A. SNG Copenhagen 317 var. (serpent on the obverse). SNG von Aulock 1714. Lightly toned. Minor marks and light die rust, otherwise, very fine.
Ex Leu Web Auction 27, 9-11 September 2023, 582.
Starting price: 75 CHF... | 9 Dec 2023 | 1,100 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 1333
LESBOS. Mytilene. Circa 377-326 BC. Hekte (Electrum, 9 mm, 2.54 g, 11 h). Laureate head of Apollo to right. Rev. Head of a female to right, her hair bound in sakkos; behind, coiled serpent; all within linear square. Bodenstedt 100A. SNG Copenhagen 317 var. (serpent on the obverse). SNG von Aulock 1714. Light scratches and marks, otherwise, very fine.
Ex Leu Web Auction 27, 9-11 September 2023, 581.
Starting price: 100 CHF... | 9 Dec 2023 | 1,000 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 1334
LESBOS. Mytilene. Circa 377-326 BC. Hekte (Electrum, 10 mm, 2.54 g, 12 h). Laureate head of Apollo to right. Rev. Head of a female to right, her hair bound in sakkos; behind, coiled serpent; all within linear square within incuse square. Bodenstedt 100A. SNG Copenhagen 317 var. (serpent on obverse). SNG von Aulock 1714. Light marks, otherwise, very fine.
From a British collection of electrum coins from Lesbos and Ionia, formed in the early 2000s.
Starting price: 100 CHF... | 9 Dec 2023 | 900 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 1349
IONIA. Ephesos. Circa 180-67 BC. Cistophorus (Silver, 28 mm, 12.53 g, 12 h), CY 48 = 87/6 BC. Cista mystica from which snake coils; around, ivy wreath with fruits. Rev. Two snakes coiled around a bow case; above, serpent staff; to left, MH / ΕΦE. Kleiner 46. SNG Copenhagen 326. Lightly toned. The obverse a bit weak and the reverse struck from a clashed die, otherwise, extremely fine.
From the collection of Dr. D. Löer, formed since the 1970s.
Starting price: 50 CHF... | 9 Dec 2023 | 120 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 1500
PISIDIA. Etenna. 1st century BC. Chalkous (Bronze, 15 mm, 2.66 g, 1 h). Two men standing facing, fighting with a double-axe and a curved knive. Rev. ET-EN Nymph advancing right, head left, holding coiled serpent in both hands; to left, oinochoe above another coiled serpent. SNG Paris 1532-3. SNG PFPS 206-8. Von Aulock, Pisidien II, 425-59. Some deposits, otherwise, very fine.
From the collection of Mark Gibbons, Newcastle, ex N&N London E-Auction 20, 29 July 2023, 149.
Starting price: 25 C... | 9 Dec 2023 | 140 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 2344
PISIDIA. Olbasa. Julia Maesa, Augusta, 218-224/5. Triassarion (Bronze, 25 mm, 7.65 g, 12 h). IVL MAESAM AVG Draped bust of Julia Maesa to right. Rev. COL IVL AVG OLBASE Asklepios standing front, head to left, leaning right on serpent-entwined staff, facing Hygieia standing front, head to right, feeding serpent from patera. RPC VI online 5956.7 (this coin). SNG Paris 1643. Very rare and possibly the finest known example. Weakness in the obverse legend with minor flan faults, otherwise, good ve... | 9 Dec 2023 | 420 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 28, Lot 3054
C. Memmius C.f, 56 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 4.00 g, 6 h), Rome. C•MEMMI•C•F / QVIRINVS Laureate and bearded head of Quirinus to right. Rev. MEMMIVS AED•CERIALIA PREIMVS FECIT Ceres seated right, holding grain ears in her right hand and torch in her left; at her feet, serpent right. Babelon (Memmia) 9. Crawford 427/2. RBW 1532. Sydenham 921. Lightly toned and well centered. Struck from slightly worn dies, otherwise, good extremely fine.
The reverse depicts the goddess Ceres holding her gr... | 9 Dec 2023 | 480 CHF | |
Nomos AG - obolos 30, Lot 354
MYSIA. Pergamon. Circa 166-67 BC. Cistophoric Tetradrachm (Silver, 25 mm, 11.99 g, 12 h), circa 76 BC. Basket (cista mystica) from which snake coils; around, ivy wreath with fruits. Rev. Two snakes coiled around a bow case; between the snake heads, monogram of ΠΡΥ; to left, monogram of ΠΕΡΓ; above, ΠΑ; to right, staff of Asklepios. Kleiner 46. Pinder 115. SNG France 1749. Light golden lustre. A few deposits, otherwise, nearly very fine.
Ex Obolos 21, 2 January 2022, 418.
Starting price: 75 C... | 17 Dec 2023 | 75 CHF | |
Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd - Auction 134, Lot 3575
Mysia, Pergamon, (104-98 B.C.), silver cistophoric tetradrachm, (12.63 g), obv. cista mystica containing serpent, all within ivy wreath, rev. bow in case between two coiled serpents, to left monogram of PER, above AS to right serpent entwined thyrsus, (cf.S.3948, Carbone, Hidden Power, type XXXI (obv.71, rev. 125a, p.56), No.14 [This Coin illustrated on plate 12], Kleiner [ANSMN 23], No.5). Worn obverse die, good fine/nearly extremely fine and rare.
Ex the 2002 hoard, acquired from CNG in Ja... | 21 Nov 2023 | 260 AUD | |
Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd - Auction 134, Lot 3576
Mysia, Pergamon, (104-98 B.C.), silver cistophoric tetradrachm, (12.52 g), obv. cista mystica containing serpent, all within ivy wreath, rev. bow in case between two coiled serpents, to left monogram of PER, above ME, to right serpent entwined thyrsus, (cf.S.3948, Carbone, Hidden Power, type XXXVIII (obv.113, rev. 252, p.62), No.19 [This Coin illustrated on plate 26], Kleiner [ANSMN 23], No.18, SNG Cop.422). Worn obverse die, good fine/good very fine and rare.
Ex the 2002 hoard, acquired fro... | 21 Nov 2023 | 190 AUD | |
Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd - Auction 134, Lot 3577
Mysia, Pergamon, (104-98 B.C.), silver cistophoric tetradrachm, (12.58 g), obv. cista mystica containing serpent, all within ivy wreath, rev. bow in case between two coiled serpents, to left monogram of PER, above MH, to right serpent entwined thyrsus, (cf.S.3948, Carbone, Hidden Power, type XL (obv.124, rev. 290, p.64), No.19 [This Coin illustrated on plate 30], Kleiner [ANSMN 23], No.21 as a MH not an ME as suggested). Slightly off centred, good very fine/extremely fine and rare.
Ex the 20... | 21 Nov 2023 | 200 AUD | |
Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd - Auction 134, Lot 3578
Mysia, Pergamon, (104-98 B.C.), silver cistophoric tetradrachm, (12.64 g), obv. cista mystica containing serpent, all within ivy wreath, rev. bow in case between two coiled serpents, to left monogram of PER, above MH, to right serpent entwined thyrsus, (cf.S.3948, Carbone, Hidden Power, type XL (obv.125, rev. 294, p.64), No.23 [This Coin illustrated on plate 30], Kleiner [ANSMN 23], No.21 as a MH not an ME as suggested). Well centred, worn obverse die good fine/good very fine and rare.
Ex th... | 21 Nov 2023 | 170 AUD | |
Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd - Auction 134, Lot 3579
Mysia, Pergamon, (c.104-98 B.C.), silver cistophoric tetradrachm, (12.51 g), obv. cista mystica containing serpent, all within ivy wreath, rev. bow in case between two coiled serpents, to left monogram of PER, above AH, to right serpent entwined thyrsus, (cf.S.3948, Kleiner [ANSMN 23], Type 11, SNG Cop. -, Pinder -, SNG von Aulock -). Lightly toned, nearly very fine.
Ex Noble Numismatics Sale 116, lot 4258 (part). Previously Dr. V.J.A. Flynn Collection and previously from Noble Numismatics r... | 21 Nov 2023 | 150 AUD | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - E-Sale 115, Lot 317
Mysia, Pergamon AR Cistophoric Tetradrachm. Circa 76-67 BC. Serpent emerging from cista mystica; all within wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; TH over monogram above, civic monogram to left, serpent-entwined thyrsos to right. Kleiner, Hoard 49; Pinder 118; SNG Copenhagen 440; SNG BnF 1752-1753. 12.16g,26mm, 1h.
Very Fine.
Ex Roma Numismatics Ltd., E-Sale 60, 1 August 2019, lot 286.
Estimate: 40 GBP... | 21 Dec 2023 | 45 GBP | |
Need access to more market information?Research tools for professionals |
|
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 552, Lot 267
CILICIA, Tarsus. Trajan Decius. AD 249-251. Æ (31mm, 19.84 g, 12h). Radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind / Hygieia standing right, feeding serpent from patera, facing Asclepius standing facing, head left, leaning on serpent-entwined staff to left. RPC IX 1357 = SNG Levante 1159 (this coin); SNG BN 1761. Brown surfaces, earthen deposits, bare metal visible. Near VF. Very rare.
From the Dr. Michael Slavin Collection. Ex Eduardo Levante Collection (Classical Numismatic Gr... | 13 Dec 2023 | 190 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Triton XXVII, Lot 460
ATTICA, Athens. Circa AD 120-140/50. Æ (30mm, 16.31 g, 9h). Helmeted bust of Athena right, wearing necklace and aegis; all within laurel wreath / AΘ H, The naming of Athens: Poseidon, on left, advancing right, brandishing trident; on left, Athena advancing left, raising right hand and holding spear and shield in left; between them, olive tree entwined by serpent, in the branches, owl facing right. Kroll 174; RPC IV.1 8191; Svoronos, Athenes 89.3 (same dies as illustration); BMC 710. Dark green... | 9 Jan 2024 | 4,000 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Triton XXVII, Lot 772
Marcus Aurelius. As Caesar, AD 139-161. Æ Medallion (425mm, 65.70 g, 12h). Rome mint. Stuck under Antoninus Pius, AD 154-155. AVRELIVS CAESAR AVG PII FIL, bareheaded and draped bust right / TR POT VIIII COS II, Salus, draped at waist, seated right, holding and feeding serpent draped over arms with extended right hand, to right, Hercules, nude but for cloak draped over shoulders, standing left, leaning on club set on ground to left held in right hand; at center, tree. Gnecchi – cf. RIC III p. 1... | 9 Jan 2024 | 6,500 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Triton XXVII, Lot 811
Septimius Severus. AD 193-211. AV Aureus (21mm, 7.24 g, 12h). Rome mint. Struck AD 207. SEVERVS PIVS AVG, laureate head right / P M TR P XV COSIII P P, distyle temple; within, Aesculapius standing facing between two serpents erect, holding a serpent-entwined wand in right hand. RIC IV 205; Calicó 2511 (same dies as illustration); BMCRE p. 262, note †; Biaggi 1094 (same dies). Lightly toned with some luster, light scratches, edge bump. Good VF. Extremely rare. Only one example in CoinArchives. ... | 9 Jan 2024 | 20,000 USD | |
Numisfitz GmbH - Auction 3, Lot 280
MYSIA. Pergamon. Cistophoric Tetradrachm (circa 133-67 BC).
Obv: Cista mystica with serpent; all within ivy wreath.
Rev: Bow case between two serpents. Controls: Monogram to left and above, serpent-entwined thyrsos to right.
SNG BN 1726ff.
Condition: Near very fine.
Weight: 12,36 g.
Diameter: 25 mm.
Starting price: 75 EUR... | 3 Dec 2023 | 90 EUR | |
VAuctions - Pars Coins Sale 43, Lot 22
MYSIA, Pergamon. 133-67 BC. AR Cistophoric Tetradrachm (12.45 gm; 25 mm). Serpent emerging from cista mystica; all within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; monogram in wreath and AΠ above, monogram in left field, serpent-entwined thyrsus to right. Kleiner, Hoard 26; Pinder 123; SNG BF 1728. Choice EF. Toned.
Estimate: 500 USD
Starting price: 300 USD... | 27 Nov 2023 | Unsold | |
Oslo Myntgalleri AS - Auction 37, Lot 1610
MYSIA, Pergamon. L. Sempronius Atratinus, Questor circa 42-39 BC. AR cistophoric tetradrachm (24 mm; 12,39 g). Serpent crawling out from Cista mystica; all within ivy wreath / Two serpents coiled around bow and bowcase; ATRA monogram above, Q in left field; thyrsos with serpent coiled around in right field. Old collection number on reverse. Beautiful deep old cabinet toning., SNG BN 1766-1768 (Pergamon), SNG Cop. 444-445, Grade: 1+/01, Ex Classical Numismatic Group, Electronic Auction 295, 30.... | 25 Nov 2023 | 2,600 NOK | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 187 | Silver, Lot 65
Caria. Kindya circa 510-480 BC.
Tetrobol AR
11 mm, 1,72 g
Head of ketos to right / Geometric pattern within incuse square.
Good Very Fine
SNG Kayhan 813-4.
In ancient Greek mythology, a "ketos" (plural: ketoi) refers to a sea monster, often depicted as a giant sea serpent or a creature with a combination of fish and serpent features. The concept of the ketos was prevalent in Greek mythology and art, and it had a significant presence in various stories and legends. One of the most famous... | 10 Dec 2023 | 260 EUR | |
Spink - Auction 23005, Lot 88
The 'Haddenham' Collection of English Coins | Trinovantes and Catuvellauni, Cunobelin (AD 10-43), (4) AE Units including: coiled ram-headed serpent, rev. CAM, Griffin left, 1.55g (ABC 2915, VA 1965; Spink 327), dark tone, somewhat irregular shape of flan, rough surfaces, fine; another, CAMV, Griffin right, rev. CVN, horse right, 1.95g (ABC 2945; VA 2081; Spink 328), copper green toning throughout, dark and rough surfaces, slightly off centre striking, fine; another, CAMV, bearded head left, re... | 12 Dec 2023 | 140 GBP | |
Davissons, Ltd. - E-Auction 48, Lot 52
MYSIA. Pergamon. Circa 166-67 B.C. AR tetradrachm. 11.95 gm. 26 mm. Cistophoric standard. Me(no)-, prytaneis. Cista mystica from which serpent emerges, all within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; MH and monogram above, civic monogram to left, serpent-entwined staff to right. Kleiner, Hoard 41. SNG BN 1745-1746. SNG Copenhagen 437. Very Fine; deeply toned.
Purchased from David Sear.
Estimate: 250 USD... | 6 Dec 2023 | Unsold | |
Jean Vinchon Numismatique - December 2023 Auction, Lot 37
ROYAUME DE MACÉDOINE - ALEXANDRE III LE GRAND 336-323
Tête d'Athéna à droite, coiffée d'un casque corinthien orné d'un serpent enroulé. R/. Niké debout
à gauche, tenant la stylis et une couronne. Dans le champ à droite, AΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ et à gauche, serpent dressé.
♦ Price 2532
Statère d'or frappé à Sardes sous Ménandre en 330-324 (8,63 g)
Très beau style. Très beau.
Exemplaire vente JVN (avril 1991) n°2
Collection Étienne REGNARD.
Estimate: 1200 - 1500 EUR... | 6 Dec 2023 | 6,200 EUR | |
Noonans (formerly Dix Noonan Webb) - Auction 285, Lot 96
Greek Coins from Various Properties
Greek Coinages, MYSIA, Pergamon, Cistophoric Tetradrachm, 96-92, cista mystica with serpent escaping, garland around, rev. two serpents entwined around bow case, περ monogram to left, bo above, serpent entwined around staff to right, 12.56g (Kleiner, Hoard, 10; SNG Paris 1718). Good very fine, well-centred £150-£180
---
Provenance: Leu Numismatik Web Auction 1, 25 June 2017, lot 474... | 5 Dec 2023 | 130 GBP | |
Noonans (formerly Dix Noonan Webb) - Auction 285, Lot 97
Greek Coins from Various Properties
Greek Coinages, MYSIA, Pergamon, Cistophoric Tetradrachm, 85-75, cista mystica with serpent escaping, garland around, rev. two serpents entwined around bow case, περ monogram to left, ra and monogram above, serpent entwined around staff to right, 12.71g (Kleiner, Hoard, 35; SNG Paris 1738-9). Signs of overstriking, otherwise good very fine, toned £120-£150
---
Provenance: Leu Numismatik Web Auction 1, 25 June 2017, lot 474... | 5 Dec 2023 | 110 GBP | |
Noonans (formerly Dix Noonan Webb) - Auction 285, Lot 98
Greek Coins from Various Properties
Greek Coinages, MYSIA, Pergamon, Cistophoric Tetradrachm, 75-67, cista mystica with serpent escaping, garland around, rev. two serpents entwined around bow case, περ monogram to left, th and monogram above, serpent entwined around staff to right, 12.37g (Kleiner, Hoard, 49; SNG Paris 1752-3). Very fine £90-£120
---
Provenance: R. Winokur Collection, CNG Auction 151, 1 November 2006, lot 59... | 5 Dec 2023 | 90 GBP | |
London Coins Ltd. - Auction 183, Lot 1310
Roman Denarius (7) Faustina Senior (148-161AD) Obverse: Draped bust right DIVA FAVSTINA, Reverse: Vesta standing left. Holding patera over lit altar, RSC 116, RIC 370, 3.49 grammes, Fine with some small edge cracks, Caracalla (198-217AD) , Caracalla (198AD) Obverse: draped bust right M AVR ANTON CAES PONTIF, Reverse: Lituus, helmet, bucranium and simpulum, DESTINATO IMPERAT, RSC 53, RIC 6, 3.32 grammes, Fine with some flan cracks and edge cracks, Caracalla (205AD) Obverse: Bust right, draped a... | 2 Dec 2023 | 140 GBP | |
London Coins Ltd. - Auction 183, Lot 1321
Roman Sestertius (5) Claudius (41-54AD) Obverse Bust right laureate, Reverse: standing figure, legend and most detail worn, 19.41 grammes, VG/Poor, Faustina Junior, Reverse: Salus seated left, feeding serpent from patera, SC in exergue, RIC 1668, Cohen 200, 22.35 grammes, Near Fine/VG, Marcus Aurelius (161-180AD) Reverse: Salus standing left holding sceptre and patera, feeding serpent rising from the altar. RIC 836 or 843 (end of legend off-flan and unclear) Near Fine, the obverse with some en... | 2 Dec 2023 | 100 GBP | |
cgb.fr - Live Auction December 2023, Lot 12
THRACE - THRACIAN KINGDOM - LYSIMACHOS
Type : Tétradrachme
Date : c. 288-280 AC.
Mint name / Town : Parium
Metal : silver
Diameter : 29 mm
Orientation dies : 1 h.
Weight : 16,99 g.
Rarity : R2
Obverse legend : Anépigraphe
Obverse description : Tête imberbe d'Alexandre le Grand sous les traits de Zeus-Ammon, cornu et diadémé à droite
Reverse description : Athéna nicéphore assise à gauche sur un trône, tenant une petite Niké de la main droite qui couronne le nom de Lysimaque et le coud... | 5 Dec 2023 | 3,900 EUR | |
Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag - Auction 40, Lot 59
Imperatorische Prägungen. Julius Caesar † 44 v. Chr.
Denar 49-48 v. Chr. -Heeresmünzstätte in Gallien-. Elefant nach rechts zertritt Schlange, im Abschnitt CAESAR / Priestergeräte (simpulum, aspergillum, securis,apex). Alb. 1373, Cr. 443/1, Sear 1399. 3,67 g
feine Patina, minimale Korrosionsspuren, gutes sehr schön
Der Elefant ist hier Symbol der Herrschaft Caesars, der seine Feinde in Gestalt der Schlange zertrampelt. Die Priestergeräte weisen auf Caesars Amt eines Pontifex maximus. Aus A... | 6 Dec 2023 | 1,200 EUR | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 553, Lot 398
JUDAEA, Tiberias. Elagabalus. 218-222 CE. Æ (26mm, 14.69 g, 1h). Dated CY 200 (218/9 CE). Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / Asclepius, holding serpent-entwined staff, and Hygeia, holding serpent, standing facing;[E T C] (date) to left. Kindler, Tiberias –; RPC VI Online 8798; Rosenberger 20 var. (legends); Sofaer 19. Green surfaces with light earthen deposits. Near VF. Rare.
From the Dr. Jay M. Galst Collection. Ex Sternberg XXV (25 November 1991), lot 382.
Estimate: 200 USD... | 3 Jan 2024 | 450 USD | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - NYINC Signature Sale 3114, Lot 33047
Ancients
MACEDONIAN KINGDOM. Philip III Arrhidaeus (323-317 BC). AV stater (17mm, 8.48 gm, 6h). NGC Choice XF 4/5 - 2/5, marks, edge scuff. Abydus, 323-317 BC. Head of Athena right, hair in four tight corkscrew curls falling straight along neckline, two more curls across left shoulder, wearing triple-crested Corinthian helmet with divergent crest ends pushed back on head, bowl decorated with coiled serpent right / ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ, Nike standing facing, head left, wreath in outstretched right hand, st... | 16 Jan 2024 | 2,600 USD | |
Need access to more market information?Research tools for professionals |
|
Roma Numismatics Ltd - E-Sale 116, Lot 260
Mysia, Pergamon AR Cistophoric Tetradrachm. Circa 85-76 BC. Serpent emerging from cista mystica; all within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; ΦI and monogram above, civic monogram to left, serpent-entwined thyrsos to right. Kleiner, Hoard 50; SNG Copenhagen 441; SNG BnF 1755-6. 12.40g, 27mm, 12h.
Very Fine.
Estimate: 100 GBP... | 18 Jan 2024 | 100 GBP | |
Harlan J. Berk, Ltd. - Buy or Bid Sale 226, Lot 226
Aelius as Caesar Mule. Middle bronze; Aelius as Caesar Mule; 136-138 AD, Rome, 137 AD, Middle Bronze, 13.12g. Not in the new RIC or other standard references. Obv: L AELIVS - CAESAR Head bare r. Rx: CONCORD in exergue and S - C across field, TR - PO[T] - COS - II around, Salus seated l extending patera to snake rising from altar. Ex Curtis L. Clay Collection; ex CNG E381, 24 August 2016, 424. The reverse type shows Salus feeding a snake, but the legend, by mistake, calls her Concordia; apparen... | 13 Feb 2024 | Unsold | |
Harlan J. Berk, Ltd. - Buy or Bid Sale 226, Lot 338
Ionia, Ephesus. Cistophoric Tetradrachm; Ionia, Ephesus; Year 45=90/89 BC, Cistophoric Tetradrachm, 12.52g. Kleiner Dated-45, SNG Cop-326. Obv: Cista Mystica with snake slithering out; laurel wreath around. Rx: Bow-case with serpents; serpent-staff above, torch to l. Purchased from Atlantis Ltd.. MS
Estimate: 350 USD... | 13 Feb 2024 | 285 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Triton XXVII Online Sessions, Lot 5421
MYSIA, Pergamum(?). L. Sempronius Atratinus(?). Quaestor, circa 42-39 BC. AR Tetradrachm (25mm, 12.18 g, 11h). Cistophoric type. Cista mystica with serpent; all within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; above, ATPA monogram; Q to left, serpent-entwined staff to right. Stumpf 3; Kleiner, Hoard –; SNG BN 1766-8 (Pergamon); Metcalf, "A Note on the Later Republican Cistophori," SNR 88 (2009), pp. 205-8, pl. 15. Toned, slight porosity, areas of weak strike. Near VF.
From t... | 17 Jan 2024 | 90 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Triton XXVII Online Sessions, Lot 5508
JUDAEA, Caesarea Maritima. Caracalla. 198-217 CE. BI Tetradrachm (27mm, 13.13 g, 6h). Struck 215-217 CE. AVT KAI ANT-ωNINOC CЄ, laureate head right, supported by eagle standing right; to lower right, serpent-entwined torch / · ΔHMAPX ЄΞ VΠATOC TO Δ, eagle standing facing on serpent-entwined torch, head and tail left, with wings displayed, holding wreath in beak. Prieur 1665 var.; Sofaer 59 var.; Bellinger –; CNG 99, lot 516 (same dies). Toned, roughness and lamination flaws on reverse. VF. A s... | 17 Jan 2024 | 600 USD | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 193 | Silver, Lot 64
Caria. Kindya circa 510-480 BC.
Tetrobol AR
11 mm, 1,68 g
Head of ketos to right / Geometric pattern within incuse square.
Very Fine
SNG Kayhan 813-4.
In ancient Greek mythology, a "ketos" (plural: ketoi) refers to a sea monster, often depicted as a giant sea serpent or a creature with a combination of fish and serpent features. The concept of the ketos was prevalent in Greek mythology and art, and it had a significant presence in various stories and legends. One of the most famous tale... | 28 Jan 2024 | 120 EUR | |
cgb.fr - Internet Auction January 2024, Lot 25
MACEDONIA - KINGDOM OF MACEDONIA - PHILIP III ARRHIDAEUS
Type : Drachme
Date : c. 323-317 AC.
Mint name / Town : Lampsaque, Mysie
Metal : silver
Diameter : 18 mm
Orientation dies : 3 h.
Weight : 4,29 g.
Rarity : R1
Obverse legend : Anépigraphe
Obverse description : Tête d'Héraklès à droite, coiffée de la léonté
Reverse description : Zeus aétophore assis à gauche sur un trône sans dossier, les jambes croisées, nu jusqu'à la ceinture, tenant un aigle posé sur sa main droite et un long ... | 23 Jan 2024 | 125 EUR | |
cgb.fr - Internet Auction January 2024, Lot 300
GALLIA - CARNUTES (Beauce area)
Type : Bronze "aux oiseaux et au serpent"
Date : Ier siècle avant J.-C.
Mint name / Town : Chartres (28)
Metal : bronze
Diameter : 16 mm
Orientation dies : 2 h.
Weight : 3,52 g.
Rarity : R1
Obverse legend : Anépigraphe
Obverse description : Tête à droite, la chevelure schématisée en quatre mèches ondulées qui encadrent le visage et aux extrémités triangulaires globulées, grènetis
Reverse legend : Anépigraphe
Reverse description : Aigle attaquant un se... | 23 Jan 2024 | Unsold | |
Burgan Numismatique/Maison Florange - January 2024 Auction, Lot 110
ROYAUME DE MACÉDOINE, Philippe III Arrhidée
Statère AV. 8,58 g. Abydos (vers 323-317 av. J.-C.)
A/ Tête d'Athéna à droite, coiffée d'un casque corinthien à crête orné d'un serpent enroulé.
R/ Niké debout à droite, tenant une couronne et un stylis ; ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ à droite, monogramme dans le champ gauche, serpent enroulé aux pieds à gauche.
Price P34. TB à TTB
Starting price: 700 EUR... | 26 Jan 2024 | 2,200 EUR | |
Gorny & Mosch Giessener Münzhandlung - Auction 302, Lot 172
MYSIEN. PERGAMON.
Cistophor ø 28mm (12,28g). ca. 166 - 67 v. Chr. Vs.: Cista mystica mit geöffnetem Deckel u. Schlange im Efeukranz mit Korymben. Rs.: Bogen im Köcher zwischen zwei Schlangen, oben MH über Monogramm flankiert von N u. O, l. im Feld weiteres Monogramm, r. von Schlange umwundener Thyrsos. Kleiner, Hoard 42; SNG BN 17451746 var. (kein NO); SNG Cop. 437 var.
vz
Ex Emporium Hamburg Auktion 93, 2021, Los 86.
Estimate: 300 EUR... | 4 Mar 2024 | 500 EUR | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 29, Lot 291
KINGS OF MACEDON. Alexander III 'the Great', 336-323 BC. Stater (Gold, 18 mm, 8.61 g, 11 h), Sardes, struck under Menander, circa 330/25-324/23. Head of Athena to right, wearing Corinthian helmet decorated with a coiled serpent. Rev. AΛEΞANΔΡOΥ Nike standing front, head to left, with her wings spread, holding laurel wreath in her right hand and stylis in her left; to left, serpent coiled to left. Price 2532. Struck from somewhat worn dies and with faint scratches, otherwise, about very fine.
... | 24 Feb 2024 | 2,000 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 29, Lot 1329
PISIDIA. Etenna. Septimius Severus, 193-211. Tetrassarion (Bronze, 31 mm, 14.34 g, 12 h). ΑΥ Κ Λ CЄΠ CЄΟΥΡOC ΠЄΡΤ Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Septimius Severus to right, seen from behind. Rev. ЄΤЄΝΝЄΩΝ Nymph advancing right, head left, holding coiled serpent in both hands; to left, oinochoe above another coiled serpent; to right, nude youthful male figure (hero Sylvester?) standing facing, raising his right hand; at his feet to left, ram standing left. RPC V.3 online (forthcoming) -... | 24 Feb 2024 | 750 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 29, Lot 1479
PHOENICIA. Tyre. Elagabalus, 218-222. Tetrassarion (Bronze, 27 mm, 9.09 g, 12 h). [IMP CAES] M AV ANTONINVS AVG Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Elagabalus to right, seen from behind. Rev. TYRIORVM Serpent coiled around ovoid baetyl, head left; to left, murex shell; to right, palm tree. Rouvier 2390 var. (serpent head to right, palm-tree to left, murex to right). RPC VI online 8639. Extremely rare, apparently the third and finest known example. Some earthen deposits and very light pittin... | 24 Feb 2024 | 80 CHF | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 556, Lot 67
MYSIA, Pergamon. Circa 166-67 BC. AR Tetradrachm (26.5mm, 12.19 g, 12h). Cistophoric type. De–, prytaneis. Circa 92-88 BC. Cista mystica with serpent within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and quiver; above, ΔH above monogram (=prytaneis); civic monogram to left, serpent-entwined thyrsos to right. Kleiner, Hoard 31; SNG BN 1732–3. Lightly toned, struck with worn obverse die. VF.
Estimate: 100 USD... | 21 Feb 2024 | 110 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 556, Lot 68
MYSIA, Pergamon. Circa 166-67 BC. AR Tetradrachm (27mm, 12.18 g, 12h). Cistophoric standard. Me(no)-, prytaneis. Struck circa 85-76 BC. Cista mystica with serpent; all within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; above, MH above monogram (=prytaneis), civic monogram to left, serpent-entwined staff to right. Kleiner, Hoard 41; SNG BN 1745–6. Slightly off center, light roughness. VF.
From Bashan's Tangible Asset Collection.
Estimate: 100 USD... | 21 Feb 2024 | 90 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 556, Lot 168
KYRENAICA, Kyrene. temp. Magas. Circa 294-275 BC. AR Didrachm (21.5mm, 7.50 g, 12h). Head of Zeus Karneios left / Silphion plant; monogram to upper left; to upper right, serpent coiled right. BMC 243–5 var. (position of control marks); SNG Copenhagen 1239 var. (same); CNG 120, lot 527 (same dies); CNG E-519, lot 266. Lightly toned, a little horn silver, areas of roughness on reverse. VF. Rare with serpent on right.
Estimate: 300 USD... | 21 Feb 2024 | 375 USD | |
Naville Numismatics Ltd. - Auction 87, Lot 173
Bithynia, Pergamum Cistophoric tetradrachm circa 92-88, AR 27.00 mm., 12.66 g.
Serpent emerging from cista mystica; all within ivy wreath. Rev. Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; above, ΔH and monogram, in l. field, civic monogram and in r. field, serpent-entwined thyrsus. Kleiner, Hoard 31. Pinder 106. SNG France 1732-1733.
Old cabinet tone. Struck from a worn obverse die and off centred, otherwise Extremely fine
From the collection of a Mentor.
Starting price: 100 GBP... | 11 Feb 2024 | Unsold | |
Naville Numismatics Ltd. - Auction 87, Lot 260
Moesia, Nicopolis ad Istrum Elagabalus, 218-222 Bronze circa 218-222, Æ 26.00 mm., 11.33 g.
Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust r. Rev. Asklepios standing facing, head l., holding serpent-entwined staff. Asklepios standing facing, looking left, holding serpent-entwined staff. HHJ Nicopolis 8.26.20.6 (this coin illustrated). RPC Temp. 1160.1 (this coin illustrated).
Rare. Nice brown-green patina and Very Fine.
Illustrated in HHJ. Ex CNG E-sale 506, 2021, 244
Novius Rufus, legatus consularis.... | 11 Feb 2024 | 42 GBP | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 198 | Silver, Lot 51
Mysia. Pergamon circa 85-76 BC.
Cistophoric Tetradrachm AR
24 mm, 12,35 g
Serpent emerging from cista mystica; all within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around bow and bowcase; ΦI and monogram above, civic monogram to left, serpent-entwined thyrsos to right.
Very Fine
Kleiner, Hoard 42.
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 25 Feb 2024 | 120 EUR | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 198 | Silver, Lot 94
Caria. Kindya circa 510-480 BC.
Tetrobol AR
12 mm, 1,63 g
Head of ketos to right / Geometric pattern within incuse square.
Very Fine
SNG Kayhan 813-4.
In ancient Greek mythology, a "ketos" (plural: ketoi) refers to a sea monster, often depicted as a giant sea serpent or a creature with a combination of fish and serpent features. The concept of the ketos was prevalent in Greek mythology and art, and it had a significant presence in various stories and legends. One of the most famous tale... | 25 Feb 2024 | Unsold | |
Need access to more market information?Research tools for professionals |
|
Schulman b.v. - Auction 378, Lot 27
Ancient - GREEK COINS
AR Cistophoric tetradrachm Ca. 76–67 BC, ASIA MINOR, MYSIA, PERGAMON Cista mystica containing serpent within ivy–wreath. Rev. bow-case between two coiling snakes, mint monogram ΠEP left, serpent-entwined thyrsos right and ΦI / ΠPY-monogram above.Kleiner, Hoard 50; Pinder 119; SNG Cop. 441; SNG France 1755-6.The monogram ΠPY has been credibly interpreted as prytaneis, the name of a certain group of civic officials.12.34 g. Dark toning Extremely fine
Estimate: 150 EUR... | 28 Mar 2024 | 240 EUR | |
