LOT 2809
Silver Roman Coin and Limited Edition Framed Print 3rd century A.D. and later
The coin of emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 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 12/1150. 19 1/8 x 14 1/4 in. (1.3 kg, 48.5 x 36.3 cm). [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK gallery, early 2000s.
FootnotesDavid 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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Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Hadrian - Roma AR Denarius 117-138 A.D.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Obv: IMP CAESAR TRAIAN HADRIANVS AVG, laureate head right, slight drapery on left shoulder. Rev: P M TR P COS III, Roma seated left, holding Victory and sceptre. 2.85 grams, 18 mm.
About extremely fine.
From the private collection of a Sussex, UK, gentleman. -
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Probus - Paduan AE Medallion 19th century A.D.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Cast copy of a Paduan medallion. Obv: IMP PROBVS PF AVG, laureate bust facing left holding shield and spear. Rev: MONETA AVG, Three Monetas standing facing, heads left, each holding scales and cornucopia. 15.81 grams, 32 mm.
Good fine.
Property of a London antiquarian. -
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Lucius Verus - Paduan AE Sestertius 19th century A.D.
Estimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £25
Cast copy imitating: 'Rome mint, 163-164 A.D.' Obv: L AVREL VERVS AVG ARMENIACVS, laureate head right. Rev: REX ARMENIIS DATVS IMP II TR P IIII COS II S-C, Verus seated left on platform; behind him two soldiers; in front, officer standing right, holding rod; below, Sohaemus raising right hand to his head. 24.43 grams, 33 mm.
About very fine.
Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
