Lot 1810
[Domitian, A.D. 81-96] AE 23 minted at Sebaste. Laureate head right of Domitian (?); two counterstamps are "head of Tyche" and "rider on bull." Reverse: Tyche left; two counterstamps are "boar right with LXF, dolphin below" and "galley." Cf. H-806. Host coin: Very Good; counterstamps Fine-Very Fine.
The Tenth Legion ("Fretensis") quickly became the main legion of Rome in Judaea. It was stationed there until the Tetrarchal period (end of the A.D. third century).
Estimated Value $750 - 1,250.
Ex George Fisher collection through CNG.
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