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C. Hosidius Geta 68 BC. Denarius 17 mm 68 BC Rome. Draped bust of Diana r. with quiver and bow over shoulder GETA III VIR / C HOSIDI C F Wild boar of Calydon right, pierced by spear and harassed by dog. Cr. 407/2; good extremely fine, nice dark toning
attractive portrait of Diana and rich in detail depiction of the boar
Diana sent the Calydonian boar to desolate the regioin of Calydon in revenge for the neglect shown to her by King Oeneus.
Additional Information
Category 1 | Roman Republican Coins |
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Ruler | C. Hosidius Geta |
Reign | 68 BC |
Denomination | Denarius |
Date | 68 BC |
Mint | Rome |
Material | Silver |
Condition | good extremely fine |
Supplement | nice dark toning |
Catalogue | Cr. 407/2 |
Catalogue 2 | Syd. 903 |
Weight | 4.01 g |
Diameter | 17 mm |
Item Number | 98362 |