Lot 89


Domitilla, wife of
Vespasian. AR Denarius, Rome mint, struck under Titus, 80-81 AD. Draped
bust right. Reverse: Fortuna standing left, holding rudder. RIC 71; C.3.
Metal a little granular on reverse. The portrait quite good, and well struck.
Irregular flan -- ancient clipping?, although weight is within acceptable
limits. Nice Fine/About Fine. Very rare.
Estimated Value $300-400.
Ex Charles Ruby Coll. Superior Sale, June 17-22, 1974; lot 960.