Lot 102
Cnaeus Pompey Jr. Silver Denarius (3.97 g), 46-45 BC. Corduba. M. Poblicius, propraetorian legate. [M P]OBLICI LEG PRO PR, helmeted head of Roma right. Reverse: CN MAGNVS IMP, Hispania standing right, shield on her back, holding two spears and presenting palm to Pompeian soldier standing left on prow, armed with sword. Crawford 469/1a; HCRI 48; Sydenham 1035; RSC 1 (Pompey the Great). Beautifully toned with slight iridescence. NGC grade Ch XF; Strike: 4/5, Surface: 5/5. Estimated Value $500 - UP
The reverse type represents the support of Further Spain for the Pompeian cause. The female figure, who Crawford does not identify, is obviously Hispania, coming to lend her support (arms) which will lead to ultimate victory (palm-branch) and the restoration of a constitutional Republic.
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.
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