LOT 4247
Bronze Roman Coin and Framed Limited Edition Print 3rd century A.D. and later
The coin of Constantine the Great (272-337 A.D.) mounted on 22 carat gold foil, framed with an art print signed by the artist David McAllister, depicting scenes of Roman military activity; limited edition number 181/1150. 19 1/2 x 14 3/4 in. (1.26 kg, 49.5 x 37.5 cm). [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK gallery, early 2000s.
Accompanied by a previous numbered certificate of authenticity.
David McAllister's exciting design is a 'one of a kind' work that portrays the might and riches of the Roman civilisation. This limited edition print is a celebration of the award winning artist's lifetime dedication to historical paintings of the ancient world. To enhance appreciation of this rare and historic work, each individual print is signed and numbered by the artist.
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Severus Alexander AR Denarius. AD 228. Rome mint.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
IMP SEV ALEXAND AVG, laureate head to right / VIRTVS AVG, Severus Alexander, laureate and in the guise of Romulus, walking to right, holding spear in his right hand and trophy over his left shoulder. RIC 224; BMC 522; Cohen 584. 2.66gr, 19mm, 7h.
Very Fine.
Acquired on the UK art market. From the collection of Mr Carlos Bahamonde, Manchester, UK. -
Group of Twenty (20) BI Roman Antoninianus Coins. Circa 3rd-4th century AD.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
Comprising: mixed emperors, issues and reverse types. 44gr total.
As shown.
Property of a Cambridgeshire, UK, gentleman. -
Postumus, Romano-Gallic Emperor BI Antoninianus. AD 269. Treveri mint.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
IMP C POSTVMVS P F AVG, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust to right / COS V, Victory standing to right, her right hand raised to head, holding palm branch with left. RIC V.4 424; Elmer 591. 2.01gr, 20mm, 12h.
Very Fine.
Property of a Cambridgeshire, UK, gentleman.
