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BM00947
Cn. Pompeius Magnus, Denarius.
Cn. Pompeius Magnus, Silver Denarius. Travelling mint, struck by Cn. Calpurnius Piso, Spring 48 B.C. [CN] PISO PRO Q, bearded head of Numa Pompilius facing right, wearing a diadem inscribed NVMA, rev. MAGN / PRO CO[S], prow right, 3.91g, 6h (Cr. 446/1; RBW 1565, Sear Imperators 7; Sydenham 1032; Woytek 'Arma et Nummi' p. 558). A particularly fine example, attractively toned with light iridescence, well struck and extremely fine.
The obverse of this coin depicts the head of the legendary king of Rome, Numa Pompilius. The family name (Calpurnia) of the moneyer of this issue has its origins in the name of Pompilius's son, Calpus, while the reverse of the coin is symbolic of Pompey the Great's naval victories.
Ex CNG 46, 1998, lot 1088
Ex Barry Feirstein Collection, Numismatica Ars Classica, Auction 45, 2 April 2008, lot 16
Coins derive their value from their rarity, condition, visual appeal and - most importantly – the size of their collector base. Our specialists are experienced at assessing preservation and identifying details that distinguish a common coin from a valuable one.
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What happens if I’m not entirely happy with my purchase?
On bullion products the price of goods are linked to underlying metal prices or financial markets and all sales are final, there are no refunds or exchanges. There is no statutory right to return or cancel an order once placed under the Financial Services (Distance Marketing) Regulations 2004 or Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013.
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