Lot 2148
Cnaeus Pompey Jr. Silver Denarius (3.95 g), 46-45 BC. Corduba. M. Poblicius, propraetorian legate. M POBLICI 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). Luster still present. Untoned. NGC grade AU; Strike: 4/5, Surface: 3/5. Estimate Value $1,500 - 2,000
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.
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