★ Urania, the Muse of Astronomy ★
Q. Pomponius Musa, 56 BC. Denarius (Silver, 17 mm, 3.65 g, 3 h), Rome. Laureate head of Apollo to right; behind, star. Rev. Q•POMPONI / MVSA Urania, the Muse of Astronomy, standing front, head to left, pointing with a wand held in her right hand at a globe set on base. Babelon (Pomponia) 22. Crawford 410/8. RBW 1488. Sydenham 823. Lightly toned and of fine style. Scratch on the obverse and a small graffito of 'X' on the reverse, otherwise, about extremely fine.
Price realized | 550 CHF |
Starting price | 100 CHF |