Attica. Athens. Tetradrachm. 454-404 BC. (Gc-2526). (Sng Cop-31). (Kroll-8). Anv.: Head of Athena right, wearing crested Attic helmet ornamented with three olive leaves above visor and spiral palmette on bowl. Rev.: Owl standing to right with head facing, olive sprig and crescent behind, ΑΘΕ before; all within incuse square. Ag. 17,21 g. Rarely visible crest and neackle on this issue. Traces of luster. AU. Est...1500,00.

Sicily. Leontinoi. Tetradrachm. 450-420 BC. (Sng Ans-257). (Hgc-2, 671). (Rizzo-pl. XXIIII, 4). Anv.: Laureate head of Apollo left. Rev.: LEO-N-TI-N-OY, head of lion left with open jaws and protruding tongue; bay leaf behind, three barley corns counterclockwise around. Ag. 17,38 g. Crisp details on a toned flan. Rare. AU/XF. Est...4000,00.

Mysia. Kyzikos. Tetradrachm. 380-340 a.C. (Sng France-Unlisted). (Von Fritze-Unlisted). Anv.: Head of Kore Soteira left, wearing single-pendant earring, hair in sphendone covered with a veil, two grain ears in hair; ΣΩ(TEIPA) above. Rev.: Head of lion left, tunny fish to left below, scallop shell to right; KYZIKHNΩN around. Ag. 14,73 g. Toned. Rare. Almost XF. Est...4000,00.

Sikyonia. Stater. 431-400 BC. Sikyon. (Bmc-56). (BCD-211). (Hgc-5,201). Anv.: Chimaera advancing to left, right paw raised; ΣE below, wreath above. Rev.: Dove flying to left, behind monogram; all within laurel wreath. Ag. 11,89 g. Rare. Slabbed by NGC as XF, Strike 3/5, Surface 3/5, Brushed, die shift. Est...1500,00.

Ptolemaic Kings of Egypt. Ptolemy III Euergetes. Mnaieion or Oktadrachm. 219-217 BC. Alexandria. Commemorative issue struck under Ptolemy IV. (Svoronos-1117). (Sng Cop-196). (Bmc-103). Anv.: Radiate and diademed bust of deified Ptolemy III to right, wearing aegis; trident over shoulder, middle prong ending in lotus finial. Rev.: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY, radiate and filleted cornucopiae, grape bunch hanging to left; ΔI below. Au. 27,81 g. Traces of luster. Very rare. XF. Est...15000,00.

Kings of Pontos. Mithradates VI Eupator. Stater. 88-86 BC. Kallatis. First Mithradatic War issue, in the name and types of Lysimachos. (Callataÿ-p.140 (D4/R2)). (AMNG-I 266). (Hgc-3.2, 1824). Anv.: Diademed head of the deified Alexander to right, with horn of Ammon. Rev.: Athena Nikephoros seated to left, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ to right, ΛYΣΙΜΑΧΟY to left; HP monogram to inner left, KAΛ on throne, ornate trident in exergue. Au. 8,33 g.

Magnificent specimen in a very high grade. Rare in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as Ch MS★, Strike 5/5, Surface 5/5. Est...10000,00.

Arsaos. Denarius. 120-80 BC. Area of Navarra. (Abh-139). (MIB-85/14c). (Acip-1656). Anv.: Bearded male head right, dolphin before, plough behind. Rev.: Horseman right, holding bipennis, iberian legend ARSAOS. Ag. 4,12 g. Two S's in the hair. Sharply struck. Rare in this grade. XF. Est...600,00.

Attica. Athens. Tetradrachm. 350-294 BC. Eastern imitation. (Kroll-15). (Sng Cop-64). Anv.: Helmeted head of Athena right. Rev.: Owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent behind, AΘE downwards before. Ag. 17,13 g. Original Patina. Irregular edge. Choice F/VF. Est...400,00.

Hispanic-Carthaginian Coinage. Dishekel. 235-220 BC. Cartagonova. (Abh-481). (MIB-8/30, Plate coin). (Acip-548). Anv.: Diademed male head (Hamilcar?) to left, with hanging ties. Rev.: Prow of galley to right, with rostra, oars, two shields on deck and a wreathed forepost, to which is attached a pennant; hippocamp in exergue. Ag. 13,46 g.

Very rare. This same specimen is referenced in the renowned online Iberian coin catalog “MIB”.

With NGC photo certificate graded XF, Strike 5/5, Surface 2/5.
Ex Áureo&Calicó Selección (14/03/2024), lot 9. Est...9000,00.

Hispanic-Carthaginian Coinage. Shekel. 235-220 BC. (Abh-482). (Acip-543). (MIB-8/28b). Anv.: Diademed male head left (Hasdrubal ?). Rev.: Prow of ship with shield, dolphin to the right below. Ag. 7,19 g.

Attractive old cabinet tone. Minor marks. Very rare and exceptional in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as Ch XF, Strike 5/5, Surface 2/5, Smoothing.

Although many Carthaginian coins from Hispania depict human figures rather than deities, it is not certain whom they represent. However, this portrait is likely inspired by King Hiero II of Syracuse or a member of his family. Hiero II initially supported Carthage but later allied himself with Rome. After his death in 215 BC, his grandson Hieronymus ascended the throne. Hieronymus again sided with Carthage, ruled for barely more than a year, and was assassinated. His coins depict a youthful portrait very similar to the one on this Carthaginian piece.
The reverse of the coin symbolizes military power: it features two shields over a richly decorated galley. Some researchers suggest that the portrait could be that of Hasdrubal, the Carthaginian leader in Hispania who ruled until his assassination in 221 BC. Although there is no conclusive evidence, this hypothesis adds an interesting nuance to the possible interpretation of this coin. Est...4000,00.

Clounioq. Denarius. 140 - 40 BC. Coruña del Conde (Burgos). (Abh-831). (MIB-126/2). (Acip-1823). Anv.: Male bust to the right, with a double necklace, behind it the Iberian letters II "baba" and "Ko". Rev.: Horseman with a spear to the right, below the Iberian legend: KOLOUNIOKU. Ag. 2,74 g.

Extremely rare. Minor banker’s mark behind the bust. Some areas of weak strike, yet it remains a well-struck coin overall, and we have no doubt that it will attract significant attention from collectors of this period.

This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a specimen that would be a highlight in any coin collection and one that will seldom be seen at auction again. Almost VF. Est...8000,00.

Ikalkusken. Denarius. 120-20 BC. Iniesta (Cuenca). (Abh-1397). (MIB-154/06c). (Acip-2078). Anv.: Male head right . Rev.: Horseman left, holding round shield and chlamys and leading a second horse; iberian legend IKALKUSKEN below. Ae. 4,00 g. Slight deposits on the reverse, but an exceptionally well-centered specimen with the complete legend. Almost XF/Choice VF. Est...600,00.

Iltirtasalirban. Denarius. 200-20 BC. Lleida (Cataluña). (Abh-1455). (MIB-67/58e). (Acip-1233). Anv.: Male head right, three dolphins around. Rev.: Horseman right, holding palm and chlamys, iberian legend ILTIRTASALIRBAN below. Ag. 4,01 g. Strike quite well centered and legend fully visible. Nice and slight tone. Rare
 . Choice VF. Est...600,00.

Bolskan. Denarius. 180-20 BC. Huesca. (Abh-1911). (MIB-79/07a). Anv.: Bearded head right, iberian letters BON behind. Rev.: Horseman right, holding spear, iberian legend BOLSKAN below. Ag. 4,35 g. Original luster. Rare in this grade. Slabbed by NGC as Ch AU, Strike 4/5, Surface 3/5, Brushed. Est...300,00.

Anonymous. Didrachm. 269-266 BC. Rome. (Craw-20/1). (Rsc-8). (BMCRR-Romano-Campanian 28). Anv.: Head of Hercules to right, wearing taenia, with club and lion-skin over shoulder. Rev.: She-wolf standing to right, head to left, suckling the twins Romulus and Remus; ROMANO in exergue. Ag. 7,13 g. A good example with a delicate patina, very well-centered struck and fine style. Rare. Almost XF. Est...3000,00.

Caecilius. Q. Caecilius Metellus Plus Scipio y M. Eppius. Denarius. 47-46 BC. Africa. (Ffc-216). (Craw-461/1). (Cal-291). Anv.: Head of Africa right, wearing elephant's skin, corn stalk and Q. METELL before, plough below, SCIPIO. IMP behind. Rev.: Hercules standing facing, EPPIVS on right, LEG. F.C., (Legatus flandum curavit) on Ieft. Ag. 3,81 g. Lovely specimen very well-centered. Lustrous surfaces with slight orange tone. Sharp and high relief. Rare in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as Ch AU, Strike 4/5, Surface 4/5. Est...800,00.

Claudia. C. Claudius C.f. Vestalis. Denarius. 41 BC. Rome. (Ffc-570). (Craw-512/2). (Cal-433). Anv.: Diademed bust of Flora right, C.CLODIVS., C.F., around. Rev.: Vestal virgin, Claudia Quinta, seated Ieft, holding bowl with two handles (cymbium), VESTALIS. behind. Ag. 3,98 g. Beautiful old cabinet tone with original luster and a lovely rainbow hue. Broad flan. Rare in this condition. A Superb specimen that will undoubtedly catch the eye of any collector of this period. Slabbed by NGC as AU, Strike 4/5, Surface 5/5. Ex Poinssot Collection (1879-1967). Est...1500,00.

Cornelius. Cn Cornelius Lentulus Marcellinus. Denarius. 76-75 BC. Hispania. (Ffc-628). (Craw-393/1b). (Cal-487). Anv.: G. P. R. above diademed bust of the Genius of the Roman People draped right, sceptre on shoulder. Rev.: EX. S.C. divided by terrestrial globe between rudder and sceptre. CN. LENT.CVR. X .FL (NT interlace) below. Ag. 4,03 g.

Frosty surfaces, full luster and free of wear marks, with only a few minor planchet voids typical of the striking process. Very nice eye appeal. Rare in this condition. Mint state. Est...600,00.

Cornelius. L. Cornelius Sylla Félix, imperator. Denarius. 81 BC. Uncertain mint in Italy (Rome?). (Ffc-629). (Craw-375/2). (Cal-488). Anv.: Head of Venus right. Rev.: Q. (quaestor) below, double cornucopiae. Ag. 3,76 g. Quite well centered, with a few minor striking cracks at the edges. Soft and nice old cabinet tone. Very scarce. XF. Est...600,00.

Mamilius. C. Mamilius Limetanus. Denarius. 82 BC. Auxiliary mint of Rome. (Ffc-835). (Craw-362/1). (Cal-920). Anv.: Bust of Mercury right, caduceus behind, letter above. Rev.: Ulysses walking right, his dog before, C. MAMIL behind. LIMETAN, (TA interlace) before. Ag. 3,57 g. Lovely obverse strike for this issue. Rarely encountered this well struck, with some original luster. It will be difficult to find another specimen of this quality on the market. Slabbed by NGC as AU, Strike 5/5, Surface 4/5. Est...800,00.

Plautius. Denarius. 47 BC. Rome. (Ffc-1003). (Craw-453/1a). (Cal-1131). Anv.: Máscara de Medusa con serpientes a ambos lados de la cara, debajo L PLAVTIVS. Rev.: Aurora conduciendo los caballos del carro del sol, debajo PLANCVS. Ag. 3,95 g. Soft toned and some lustrous surfaces. Very scarce in this grade. Attractive. Slabbed by NGC as AU, Strike 4/5, Surface 5/5. Ex Tauler&Fau Selection (24/06/2020), lot 105. Est...800,00.

Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Eukratides I Megas. Tetradrachm. 170-145 BC. (Bopearachchi-6X). (Hgc-12, 131). (SNG Ans-472). Anv.: Diademed and draped bust to right, wearing crested helmet adorned with bull's horn and ear. Rev.: The Dioskouroi on horses prancing to right, each holding spear and palm; ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ above, ΕΥΚΡΑΤΙΔΟΥ below, monogram in lower right field. Ag. 13,85 g. Rust. Almost VF/Choice F. Est...300,00.

Julius Caesar. Denarius. 46-45 BC. Galia. (Ffc-11). (Craw-468/1). (Cal-645). Anv.: Diademed head of Venus right, Cupid on shoulder. Rev.: Gallia and a Gaulish captive seated beneath trophy, CAESAR in exergue. Ag. 3,76 g. Superb specimen of very fine style and with a particularly well-centered strike for this issue. Original luster. Very rare in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as AU, Strike 5/5, Surface 4/5. Est...1500,00.

Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Eukratides I Megas. Tetradrachm. 170-145 BC. (Bopearachchi-8A). (Hgc-12, 132). (SNG Ans-484). Anv.: Diademed heroic bust to left, seen from behind, wearing crested helmet adorned with bull's horn and ear, brandishing spear in right hand. Rev.: The Dioskouroi on horses prancing to right, each holding spear and palm; BAΣIΛEΩΣ MEΓAΛOY above, EYKPATIΔOY below, monogram in lower right field. Ag. 15,02 g. Rust. Rare. Almost VF/VF. Est...1200,00.

Julius Caesar. Denarius. 48-47 BC. Galia. (Ffc-14). (Craw-452/2). (Cal-641). Anv.: Head of Pietas or Venus right, wreathed with oak, X. II. behind. Rev.: CAE - SAR. below trophy of Gallic arms, axe surmounted by an animal’s head on right. Ag. 3,81 g. Well struck, with details clearly defined. Slightly off-center on the reverse. Soft and nice old cabinet tone. Rare in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as AU, Strike 4/5, Surface 4/5. Est...1000,00.

Julius Caesar. Denarius. 54-51 BC. Galia. (Ffc-50). (Craw-443/1). (Cal-640). Anv.: Elephant right, trampling on serpent, CAESAR in exergue. Rev.: Simpulum, sprinkler, axe and priest’s hat. Ag. 3,95 g. Especially well-centered strike for this issue. Nice old cabinet tone with a soft bluish hue on the obverse, which enhances its eye appeal. A magnificent and rare specimen in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as Ch XF, Strike 5/5, Surface 4/5. Ex Jesus Vico (11/15/2012), lot 2113. Est...2500,00.

Brutus. C. Flavius Hemicillus. Denarius. 43 BC. Military mint moving with Brutus in Lycia. (Ffc-6). (Craw-504/1). (Cal-584). Anv.: C. FLAV. HEMIC. LEG. PRO. PR., draped bust of Apollo right, lyre before. Rev.: Victory Ieft erecting trophy, IMP on Ieft BRVT on right Q. CAEP. in exergue. Ag. 3,86 g. Very well centered, with a remarkably uniform strike and all details clearly visible. Some minor hairlines on the reverse. Very rare.

Marcus Junius Brutus was a Roman aristocrat who had amassed a fortune by lending money at exorbitant interest rates before being bribed to join the conspiracy against his former benefactor, Julius Caesar. Since a distant ancestor of his had gone down in history as a great tyrant-slayer, Brutus quickly became the de facto leader and spokesman of the assassins.

Following the Ides of March, he persuaded a cowering Senate to grant him the governorship of northern Greece and swiftly set out to raise funds and arms for the looming civil war against Caesar’s supporters. Brutally making his way through Greece, Thrace, and Asia Minor, he plundered the cities’ treasures and levied ruinous taxes at the point of a sword.

He converted these illicit gains into silver denarii to finance his growing army and navy, including this type of military issue.

Brutus and his companions were soon driven into battle against the Caesarians at Philippi (Greece), where Mark Antony proved to be the better general. Brutus took his own life with the same dagger he had plunged into Caesar, earning this rather unsavory figure the posthumous reputation of a martyr for the cause of liberty. Choice VF. Est...2000,00.

Mark Antony. Denarius. 32-31 BC. Mint moving. (Ffc-38). (Craw-544/20). (Cal-185). Anv.: ANT. AVG. III. VIR. R.P.C. praetorian galley right. Rev.: LEG. VII., legionary eagle between two standards. Ag. 3,74 g. Bold struck and well-centered on a full flan. Lovely old
cabinet tone with an excellent eye appeal. Very rare in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as Ch XF★, Strike 5/5, Surface 4/5. Ex Aureo&Calicó (30/10/2012), lot 639 "VFC Collection". Est...3000,00.

Augustus. Denarius. 19 BC. Colonia Patricia (Córdoba). (Ffc-133). (Ric-Unlisted, similar to I 63a (aureus)). (Bmcre-363). Anv.: CAESAR AVGVSTVS, bare head of Augustus right. Rev.: IOV. - TON divided by temple of six columns within which Jupiter left. Ag. 3,83 g. Lovely old cabinet tone, darker on the obverse with soft golden hues also present on the reverse. Very well struck and centered. Rare, especially in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as XF, Strike 5/5, Surface 5/5. Ex Aureo&Calicó (30/10/2012), lot 710 "VFC Collection". Est...2500,00.

Augustus. Denarius. 17 BC. Uncertain mint. (Ric-I 540). (Bmcre-684). (Rsc-2). Anv.: Young, male head to right (Gaius Caesar?); CAESAR below; all within oak-wreath. Rev.: Candelabrum ornamented with rams' heads; AVG-VST across fields; all within wreath entwined with bucrania and paterae. Ag. 3,87 g. Bankers mark on the obverse. Nice tone and luster. Slabbed by NGC as XF, Strike 4/5, Surface 2/5, Bankers mark. Est...900,00.

Tiberius. Aureus. 14-37 AD. Lugdunum. (Ric-25). (Cohen-15). (Cal-305d). Anv.: CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVSTVS. Laureate head of Tiberius right. Rev.: PONTIF MAXIM. Livia (as Pax) seated right on chair, holding scepter in right hand and olive branch in left. Au. 7,76 g. Exceptional state of preservation. Perfectly centered and struck in a broad flan. An attractive portrait, virtually as struck. Minimal surface hairlines. Rare in this condition. AU. Est...9000,00.

Caligula and Germanicus. Denarius. 37 AD. Lugdunum. (Ric-12). (Bmc-13). (Rsc-4). Anv.: C CAESAR AVG GERM P M TR POT, bare head of Gaius "Caligula" right. Rev.: GERMANICVS CAES P C CAES AVG GERM, bare head of Germanicus (father of Caligula) right. Ag. 3,78 g. Perfectly centered with complete legends. Both portraits are well defined. Nice patina. Very rare and with a desirable pedigree. Purchased from José A.Herrero in September 1999; Ex Scipio Collection, Soler y Llach (10/26/2021), lot 643.

This coin, struck at the beginning of Caligula’s reign, is part of a commemorative series honoring his deceased family members, specifically paying tribute to his father, Germanicus.

A distinguished military commander, Germanicus successfully led campaigns against the Germanic tribes (AD 14-16), avenging Varus’ defeat at the Teutoburg Forest and reclaiming two lost legionary eagles. His achievements earned him a Triumph in Rome in AD 17, after which he was sent to Asia to reorganize the provinces.

In AD 19, amid a conflict with the governor of Syria, Gnaeus Calpurnius Piso, Germanicus suddenly fell ill and died under suspicious circumstances, leading to accusations against Piso and suspicions involving Sejanus and even Tiberius.

His death caused widespread mourning in Rome, where he was deeply revered and honored. Caligula’s decision to feature his father’s portrait on this coin was likely a strategic move to strengthen his legitimacy and gain public favor at the beginning of his reign. Choice VF. Est...3500,00.

Agrippina I. Sestertius. 42-43 AD. Rome. (Ric-I 102). (Bmcre-219/21). (C-3). Anv.: AGRIPPINA M F GERMANICI CAESARIS, draped bust to right, with hair in long plait. Rev.: TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG GERM P M TR P IMP P P around large S•C. Ae. 30,50 g. Attractive green patina with minor deposits. Nice portrait. Rare. Almost XF. Est...1500,00.

Claudius I and Agrippina II. Denarius. 50-51 AD. Rome. (Ric-I 81). (Bmcre-75). (Rsc-4). Anv.: TI CLAVD CAESAR AVG GERM P M TRIB POT P P, laureate head of Claudius to right. Rev.: AGRIPPINAE AVGVSTAE, draped bust of Agrippina II to right, wearing crown of corn ears, her hair in long plait behind. Ag. 3,20 g.

Good strike with slightly porous surfaces. Very pleasing grey tone. Well centered with complete legends. Very rare. Slabbed by NGC as AU, Strike 5/5, Surface 2/5. Est...5000,00.

Nero. Denarius. 51-54 AD. Rome. (Ric-I 79). (Bmcre-93). (Rsc-97). Anv.: NERONI CLAVDIO DRVSO GERM COS DESIGN, bare-headed and draped bust to right. Rev.: EQVESTER OR-DO PRINCIPI IVVENT in four lines on shield, behind which stands a spear. Ag. 3,34 g.

Very well struck, with slightly porous surfaces but all details perfectly defined. Beautiful grey tone. Very scarce. Slabbed by NGC as Ch AU, Strike 5/5, Surface 2/5. Est...2000,00.

Galba. Aureus. 68-69 AD. Rome. (Ric-I 222 (R3)). (Calicó-518). Anv.: IMP SER GALBA CAESAR AVG. Laureate and draped bust to right. Rev.: VIR-TVS. Virtus nude, standing, facing, holding sword and spear. Au. 6,96 g. Despite its wear, this is an extremely rare specimen, of which we have located only two examples auctioned in the last 20 years. Almost VF/Choice F. Est...7000,00.

Galba. Denarius. 68 AD. Uncertain mint in Gaul. Narbo?. (Ric-120). (Bmcre-223). (Rsc-38). Anv.: SER GALBA IMP CAESAR AVG P M TR P, laureate head right. Rev.: CONCORDIA PROVINCIARVM, Concordia standing to left, holding branch and cornucopiae. Ag. 3,60 g. Perfectly centered strike with an lovely old cabinet tone. High relief portrait. Rare, especially in this presentation. Ex Aureo&Calicó (28/05/2013), lot 40. Almost XF. Est...1800,00.

Galba. Denarius. 68 AD. Tarraco. (Ric-45, R2). (Bmcre-187). (Rsc-223). Anv.: GALBA IMPERATOR, laureate head of Galba right, globe inside point of bust. Rev.: ROMA VICTRIX, Rome standing left, in military dress, holding branch and spear, placing foot on globe. Ag. 3,57 g. Excellent portrait in high relief. Nice old cabinet tone with some iridiscent hues. Rare. Ex Jesús Vico (06/03/2014), lot 317. Retains the auction lot-tag. Almost XF. Est...1500,00.

Otho. Denarius. 69 AD. Rome. (Ric-8). (Rsc-17). Anv.: IMP M OTHO CAESAR AVG TR P, bare head to right. Rev.: SECVRITAS P R, Securitas standing facing, head to left, holding wreath and sceptre. Ag. 3,45 g.

Spectacular centering. Lovely old cabinet tone with slight iridescent hues that enhance its excellent eye appeal. Traces of original luster.

Magnificent and with a desirable pedigree, sure to catch the attention of the most selective collectors. Rare, especially in this condition.

Slabbed by NGC as Ch VF★, Strike 5/5, Surface 5/5.
Ex Collection Imagines Imperatorvm, Aureo & Calicó (08/02/2012), lot 50. Retains the auction lot-tag. Est...6000,00.

Vitellius. Denarius. 69 AD. Tarraco. (Ric-28). (Bmc-86). (Rsc-31a). Anv.: A VITELLIVS IMP GERMAN, laureate head of Vitellius to right, with globe at point of bust and palm branch before. Rev.: FIDES EXERCITVVM, clasped hands. Ag. 3,74 g. Especially well centered struck with sharp details and well defined. Nice soft patina. Very rare. Ex Aureo&Calico (10/30/2012), lot 1038. Almost XF. Est...2500,00.

Vespasian. Aureus. 70 AD. Lugdunum. (Ric-II.1 1104). (Bmcre-373). (Calicó-602). Anv.: IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG TR P, laureate head to right. Rev.: COS ITER FORT RED, Fortuna standing to left, touching prow set on ground to left and holding cornucopiae. Au. 7,19 g. Traces of luster in the peripherires. Faint scratches. Scarce. Ex Jorge Octavio Busto Collection. Almost XF/Choice VF. Est...3500,00.

Vespasian. Aureus. 77-78 AD. Rome. (Ric-II 935). (Bmcre-204). (Calicó-624a). Anv.: IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG. Laureated bust right. Rev.: COS VIII. in exergue, Vespasian, in military dress, on left, standing left, holding vertical spear in right hand and parazonium slanted upward to right in left hand; on right, Victory standing left, holding wreath in right hand above Vespasian's head and palm frond in left. Au. 7,29 g. Traces of luster and nice color. Rare, even more with the bust looking right.

When Nero committed suicide and the Roman Empire plunged into civil war, Vespasian was in the midst of besieging the city of Jerusalem. On July 1st, 69 AD, the Roman legions stationed in Egypt and Judea proclaimed Vespasian emperor. On December 20th of the same year, Vespasian triumphed over his rival Vitellius, and his appointment was confirmed by the Senate the following day.

Vespasian’s reign was marked by a series of financial reforms and ambitious construction projects. His most famous achievement is undoubtedly the Colosseum in Rome, an amphitheater of unprecedented size. Through his legate Agricola, he also continued the conquest of Britain.

Despite his reputation for being austere (even stingy) Vespasian emerged as a patron of the arts, establishing a special allowance for artists: rhetoricians, poets, and sculptors were effectively placed on the state’s payroll.

After his death in 79 AD, he was succeeded by his eldest son, Titus. Vespasian thus became the first Roman emperor to be succeeded by his own biological son, marking the beginning of the Flavian dynasty. Almost XF. Est...9000,00.

Vespasian. Aureus. 74 AD. Rome. (Ric-II.1 699). (Bmcre-275). (Calicó-631). Anv.: IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG, laureate head to right. Rev.: FORTVNA AVGVST, Fortuna standing to left on garlanded base decorated with rams' heads, holding rudder and cornucopiae. Au. 7,29 g. Choice VF. Est...5000,00.

Vespasian. Denarius. 74 AD. Rome. (Ric-II 703). (Bmc-138). (Rsc-362). Anv.: IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG, laureate head right. Rev.: PONT MAX TR P COS V, winged caduceus. Ag. 3,34 g. Light and nice patina with original underlying luster. Excellent sharp struck. Very attractive. Rare in this state of preservation. Ex Jesus Vico (11/11/2010), lot 553. Retains the auction lot-tag. AU/XF. Est...900,00.

Titus. Aureus. 80 d.C. Rome. (Ric-II.1 117). (Bmcre-49). (Calicó-782). Anv.: IMP TITVS CAES VESPASIAN AVG P M, laureate head to right. Rev.: TR P IX IMP XV COS VIII P P, pulvinar (throne) of Jupiter and Juno: a square seat, draped, and surmounted by horizontal winged thunderbolt. Au. 7,28 g. Very well-centered struck. Original luster. Rare. XF. Est...10000,00.

Titus. Denarius. 80 AD. Rome. (Ric-23b). (Rsc-316). Anv.: IMP TITVS CAES VESPASIAN AVG P M, laureate head right. Rev.: TR P IX IMP XV COS VIII P P, winged thunderbolt on draped throne. Ag. 3,52 g. Perfectly centered struck with traces of luster. Very attractive and scarce in this state of preservation. Slabbed by NGC as XF, Strike 5/5, Surface 5/5. Ex Aureo&Calicó (10/23/2013), lot 166.. Est...600,00.

Domitian. Aureus. 82 AD. Rome. (Ric-II 1 137). (Biaggi-437). (Calicó-936). Anv.: IMP CAES DOMITIΛNVS AVG P M. Laureate head right. Rev.: TR POT IMP II COS VIII DES VIIII P P. Cuirassed bust of Minerva left, wearing crested Corinthian helmet and aegis; transverse scepter over right shoulder. Au. 7,87 g. Traces of luster. Rare. Slabbed by NGC as Ch VF, Strike 5/5, Surface 3/5, Brushed. Est...8000,00.

Domitian. Denarius. 76-77 AD. Rome. (Ric-II.1 921 Vespasian). (Bmcre-193 Vespasian). (Rsc-47). Anv.: CAESAR AVG F DOMITIANVS, laureate head to right. Rev.: COS IIII, Pegasus standing to right, foreleg raised. Ag. 3,48 g. Attractive specimen with traces of luster. Very scarce in this condition. Ex Aureo&Calicó (26/04/2012), lote 51. XF. Est...1000,00.