10th Nov, 2021 10:30 GMT/BST
Roman, Valens (Emperor AD364-378), Gold Solidus, obv. 'D.N.VALENS PER F AVG' around diademed, draped & cuirassed bust, rev. 'RESTITUTOR REIPVBLICAE' around Valens, in military dress, standing facing & holding labarum & Victory on a globe, plain cross in field; stars either side of mm ANT (Antioch Mint) followed by officina letter (Greek gamma); 3.93g, .932 gold (tested & verified), a few light scratches in rev. field o/wise full, undamaged flan with full, clear legends & very good detail both sides, a very attractive coin, GVF or+
Sold for £600
Estimated at £150 - £250
Auction: Coins and Banknotes, 10th Nov, 2021
The Coins, Tokens and Banknotes Sale cover coins from Ancient Greek and Roman examples through to modern day currency, banknotes, tokens, medallions and numismatic books.
Buyer's premium:
20% + VAT (24% in total)
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Tuesday 9 November 10am-5pm and morning of sale from 8am
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