| Schulman b.v. > Auction 381 | Auction date: 23 October 2024 |
| Lot number: 1054 Price realized: 180 EUR (Approx. 195 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Ancient - ROMAN EMPIRE AR Denarius July 68–Jan. 69 AD, GALBA 68–69 AD Rome. Laureate head right IMP SER GALBA CEASAR AVG. Rev. Livia standing left, holding patera and scepter DIVA AVGVSTA.RIC 224; Coh. 58; BMC 12.3.16 g. A few marks on reverse Fine + Estimate: 80 EUR |  |
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| Schulman b.v. > Auction 381 | Auction date: 23 October 2024 |
| Lot number: 1053 Price realized: 90 EUR (Approx. 97 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Ancient - ROMAN EMPIRE AR Denarius Jun. 68-Jan. 69 AD, GALBA 68–69 AD Rome. Bare head right IMP SER GALBA AVG. Rev. S P Q R / OB / C S within oak-wreath.RIC 167; Coh. 287.3.06 g. Cleaned, scratch on reverse Fine Estimate: 80 EUR |  |
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| Schulman b.v. > Auction 381 | Auction date: 23 October 2024 |
| Lot number: 1049 Price realized: 140 EUR (Approx. 151 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Ancient - ROMAN EMPIRE AR Denarius 2 BC–4 AD, AUGUSTUS 27 BC –14 AD Lugdunum. Laureate head right CAESAR AVGVSTVS – DIVI F PATER PATRIAE. Rev. Caius and Lucius standing facing, holding shield and spear; between them, lituus and simpulum AVGVSTI F COS DESIG PRINC IVVENT, C L CAESARES in exergue.RIC 207; Coh. 43; BMC 533.3.77 g. Slight weakness Very fine + Estimate: 100 EUR |  |
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| Schulman b.v. > Auction 381 | Auction date: 23 October 2024 |
| Lot number: 1055 Price realized: 320 EUR (Approx. 346 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Ancient - ROMAN EMPIRE AR Denarius 15 Jan.–April 69 AD, OTHO 69 AD Rome. Bare head right Rev. Securitas standing left with wreath and scepter SECVR – ITAS P R.RIC 8; Coh. 17.3.51 g. Strong portrait Very fine/Fine Estimate: 80 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 229 | Silver | Auction date: 25 August 2024 |
| Lot number: 160 Price realized: 65 EUR (Approx. 72 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Sabina. Augusta AD 128-137. Rome Denarius AR 19 mm, 3,15 g SABINA AVGVSTA, diademed and draped bust right, wearing stephane / CONCORDIA AVG, Concordia seated to left, holding patera and sceptre. Very Fine RIC II.3 2548; BMCRE 932; RSC 24. Sabina Augusta, born Vibia Sabina around AD 83, was the wife of the Roman Emperor Hadrian and held the title of Augusta, which signified her status as empress. She was the daughter of Salonina Matidia, the niece of Emperor Trajan, making her a member of a highly influential family within the Roman imperial hierarchy. Sabina married Hadrian around AD 100, before he became emperor, and she played a significant role during his reign. Although their marriage was politically advantageous, it was reportedly not a happy one. Ancient sources suggest that the relationship between Hadrian and Sabina was distant and strained, possibly due to Hadrian's reputed infidelities and his intense focus on his imperial duties. Despite this, Sabina remained a prominent figure in Hadrian's court and was one of the first Roman empresses to be consistently featured on coinage alongside her husband. Coins minted during Hadrian's reign frequently depict Sabina with the inscription "SABINA AVGVSTA" on the obverse, often with her portrait laureate or draped in a manner that emphasizes her dignity and status. The reverse of these coins might feature various personifications, such as Concordia (harmony), symbolizing the ideal of marital unity and imperial stability, or Venus, the goddess of love, which could allude to her role as the ideal Roman wife. Sabina was deified after her death in AD 136 or 137, receiving divine honors as "Diva Sabina." This deification further solidified her importance within the imperial family and the Roman religious system. Her legacy is seen through the numerous statues and coins that commemorate her, reflecting her lasting influence as a symbol of imperial femininity and virtue in Roman society. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 229 | Silver | Auction date: 25 August 2024 |
| Lot number: 149 Price realized: 110 EUR (Approx. 122 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Nerva AD 96-98. Rome Denarius AR 18 mm, 3,34 g IMP NERVA CAES AVG P M TR P COS II P P, laureate head right / AEQVITAS AVGVST, Aequitas standing facing, head to left, holding scales and cornucopia. Very Fine RIC II 1; BMCRE 1; RSC 3. Nerva, born Marcus Cocceius Nerva in AD 30, was a Roman Emperor who held the throne from AD 96 to 98. His rise to power came after the assassination of the previous emperor, Domitian, whose oppressive rule had made him deeply unpopular. The Senate selected Nerva as a compromise candidate, recognizing his reputation for moderation and diplomatic skills. During his relatively short reign, Nerva implemented several important reforms aimed at improving the well-being of the Roman Empire. He showed clemency by pardoning political exiles and taking measures to improve the treatment of slaves. Nerva also sought to address the needs of the urban poor, offering some relief to the marginalized members of society. One of the most significant acts during Nerva's rule was his adoption of Trajan as his successor in AD 97. Since Nerva lacked a biological heir, adopting Trajan was a strategic move to secure a smooth and stable transfer of power after his own death. Trajan, a highly capable and respected general, proved to be an exceptional ruler, and his reign would become one of the most prosperous and successful in Roman history. Nerva passed away from natural causes in AD 98, at the age of 68. While his reign was relatively brief, it marked a crucial turning point in Roman history. The "Five Good Emperors" era, which began with Nerva, brought stability and benevolent governance to the empire. These rulers prioritized the welfare of their subjects and focused on efficient administration, contributing to a period of prosperity and relative peace within the Roman Empire. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
