Classical Numismatic Group > Electronic Auction 565 | Auction date: 3 July 2024 |
Lot number: 871 Price realized: 180 USD (Approx. 168 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on |
Lot description: ANCIENT THEMES. M. Antonius and Cleopatra. 83-30 BC and 69-30 BC, respectively. Æ Medal (32mm, 11.70 g, 12h). "Histoire de la République Romaine" series: Antony and Cleopatra / The Battle of Actium. By J. Dassier & sons, 1740-1750. Dated 723 AUC (31 BC). ANTOINE ET CLEOPATRE, jugate busts left of Antony and Cleopatra, wearing diadem, necklace, and drapery / The Battle of Actium: three ships of Octavian's forces under sail left, sinking a ship of Antony's forces to left; BATAILLE D'ACTIUM in exergue. Catenacci pp. 112-3. Brown surfaces, hint of discoloration. EF. From the J. Eric Engstrom Collection. Estimate: 100 USD |