Ancient Coin Collectors Guild
Numismatic Society of South Australia
American Numismatic Society
American Numismatic Association

᷅ SOLD: Roman Imperational, Mark Antony and Octavia, AR Cistophoric Tetradrachm, 39 BC

2,801.13  CAD

  • 2,045.84 USD
  • 1,911.64 €
  • 3,150.00 AUD
  • 3,425.08  NZD
 Add to Wishlist & notifications
Lifetime guarantee of authenticity
Insured via Australia Post
7-day change of mind refund policy
Spend 444.62  CAD, get 3% off
Spend 622.47  CAD, get 5% off
Spend 800.32  CAD, get 7% off
Information: Commemorative coin celebrating the marriage of Mark Antony and Octavia
Origin: Ephesus mint
Authority: Marcus Antonius (Mark Antony) and Octavia
Denomination: AR Cistophoric Tetradrachm
Composition: Silver
Date: 39 BC, in summer
Obverse: M·ANTONIVS·IMP ·COS· DESIG·ITER ET·TERT, Heads of Antony and Octavia conjoined right; he wears wreath of ivy; all within border of dots
Reverse: III·VIR / R·P·C·, The cista mystica surmounted by draped figure of Bacchus, standing left, holding two-handled cup in right hand and leaning with left on thyrsus; the cista mystica is placed between two interlaced serpents with heads erect
Size: 26.13mm, 12.2g, 12h
Grade: aEF, lightly toned
Rarity: rare
Provenance: ex Numismatica Ars Classica Auction 114, Part II (7 May 2019), Lot 1376
References: BMCRR II East 135-137; Babelon (Antonia) 61; Cohen I 3; Sydenham 1198; Sear Imperators 263; RPC I 2202; RSC I 3
General: These cistophoric tetradrachms (or medallions) commemorate the recent marriage of Antony and Octavia which took place after the treaty of Brundusium in 40 BC. The reverse features the cista mystica, whcih was a basket used for housing sacred snakes in connection with the initiation ceremony into the cult of Bacchus (Dionysus).
  1. Lifetime guarantee

    All ancient coins and antiquities are guaranteed authentic for life for your peace of mind. You may return an item for a refund, at any time, if it is established by a suitably qualified and experienced professional certifier that it is not authentic. Our coins are sourced from reputable sources including established auction houses and select wholesale sources.

  2. Certificate of Authenticity

    A certifcate of authenticity with this guarantee is included with every purchase, with a photo of the coin and a detailed description. Certificates are not issued for bulk lots in our bulk category for practical reasons, however the lifetime guarantee still stands.

  3. Change of mind

    Additionally, you may refund your purchase (excluding shipping) for any reason, if you notify us within 7 days of receiving it.

  4. Other

    We recommend only buying from dealers who offer lifetime guarantees. All our coins are researched using our extensive library of references and online databases. Our attributions are more complete than most dealers.

  1. Worldwide Shipping

    We ship worldwide!

  2. Shipping Carrier

    All shipping is via Australia Post unless otherwise advised.

  3. Flat rates

    Flat rates are offered for shipping for your convenience.

  4. Insurance & Tracking

    All items are posted via registered post and insured for your peace of mind.

  5. General Terms & Conditions

    Please see our terms & conditions page for more details.

All references used by Ancient Coin Traders

᷅ SOLD: Pupienus, 238 AD, AR Antoninianus, Clasped Hands, struck April-July 238 AD
᷅ SOLD: Roman Imperational, Mark Antony, AR Legionary Denarius, struck 32-31 BC