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August 2019: Historica & Metal Detecting Auction(#162) 27/08/2019 10:00 AM BST CLOSED!

Lot 35 of 381: A silver denarius struck for Vindex during the revolt in Gallia Ludugensis from March-May of AD 68. Obverse: SALVS GENERIS HVMANI, Victory standing right on globe, holding wreath and palm. Reverse: inscription SP.QR inside corona civica, gem at apex. Gallic mint. RIC vol. I, no. 73b. Very Fine, some encrustation to reverse. Weight: 2.67g. Discussion: Gaius Julius Vindex was the governor of Gallia Ludugensis, instituted a rebellion against Nero in AD 68 in an effort to have him deposed. Supporti

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Lot closed - Winning bid:£1,800 (8 bids)
Estimate: £2,000 - £3,000

August 2019: Historica & Metal Detecting Auction(#162)  27/08/2019 10:00 AM BST  CLOSED!