Pergamon (BC 49/48) Cistophoric Tetradrachm

Q. Caecilius Metellus Pius Scipio, Imperator, 49/8 BC. AR Tetradrachm (12.27g, 12h). Cistophoric standard. Cista mystica within ivy wreath / Two serpents entwined around legionary aquila; monogram to left. VF, struck from worn obverse die.

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City/Mint name:	Pergamon
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Keywords:	silver / roman
References:	Stumpf 68; SNG France 1763
Valuation:	CNG Elec. Auc. 154 (12/2006), lot 66 ($330)
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Date added:	Dec 29, 2006
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