AR Denarius Otho by Unknown artist
AR Denarius Otho by Unknown artist
AR Denarius Otho by Unknown artist
AR Denarius Otho by Unknown artist

AR Denarius Otho 69

Unknown artist

Silver
€ 2.450

Jongeling Numismatics & Ancient Art

  • About the artwork
    Obverse: IMP OTHO CAESAR AVG TRP, bare head right
    Reverse: PONT MAX, Ceres, draped, standing left, holding two grain ears in right hand and cornucopia in left

    RARE

    WITH AMAZING TONING

    Otho was Roman Emperor for only three months, from 15 January to 16 April 69. Coins of this emperor are very sought after, especially in high grades.

    Weight: 2.89 g
    Grade: About extremely fine
    Mint: Rome
    Reference: RIC I 20; BMCRE 9
  • About the artist

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