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Lot No.46
AUC15
Ancient World
Auction Date: 02-02-2014
Gold
Roman Empire, Gold Solidus of Constantine the Great (307-337 AD), Siscia Mint, pierced twice, RIC 244, 4.33g. Obv: Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of the king to right, legend CONSTANTI - NVS MAX AVG around. Rev: Goddess Victory standing right, inscribing VOT/XXX on shield; at her feet, a captive man with hands tied behind his back. Legend VICTORIA CONSTANTINI AVG in exergue, below the podium, mint mark(S)IS.
Very Fine, Rare.
The double-piercing is a typical feature of foreign coins used in ancient Indian jewellery and suggests the coin had been circulating in India.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 18,000-20,000
Sold For :
Rs. 22,000
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