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21 April 2024

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Ludi Saeculares Elephant Issue

Starting Price: 75 CHF
Hammer Price:  170 CHF
Lot 685

Philip I, 244-249. Antoninianus (Silver, 21 mm, 3.59 g, 12 h), Ludi Saeculares (Secular Games) issue, commemorating the 1000th anniversary of the eternal city, Rome, 248. IMP PHILIPPVS AVG Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Philip I to right. Rev. AETERNITAS AVGG Elephant advancing left, guided by mahout holding wand in his right hand and goad in his left. Cohen 17. RIC 58. Some small marks, otherwise, good very fine.

From a Swiss collection, acquired from CGB.

Spectacular games were held in the Colloseum and all around the city to celebrate the 1000th anniversary of the mythical foundation of Rome. More than 1,000 gladiators were killed along with hundreds of exotic animals including hippos, leopards, lions, giraffes, and one rhinoceros. Also on that occasion Philip elevated his son to the rank of co-augustus.

Online bidding closes: 21 Apr 2024, 19:42:00 CEST Current Date & Time: 4 May 2024, 00:54:24 CEST Remaining Time: Closed Hammer Price:170 CHF by MailBidder5128 (7 bids)
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