Name: Auction: C. Allius Bala (92 BC) AR Denarius, Rome, 3.84g.
Brand: Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's
Price: 216 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

Sale number: C25002 Welcome to our upcoming auction – a truly exceptional event showcasing a rich and diverse selection of coins and medals from across the ages. The ancient coin section features high-grade Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Celtic pieces, including a signed Syracuse tetradrachm, a portrait coin of Alexander the Great, and rare antoniniani from the Gallienus Legionary Series. We are delighted to offer coins from the "Collection of a Gentleman," spanning ancient to early British issues, with highlights such as a noble of Edward III, an Athelstan penny with Norweb provenance, and an Edward IV Ryal graded MS62. Our British milled section includes treasures like the rare 1684 five guineas with elephant mark and a 1911 Proof five pounds graded PF63. The copper and pattern coins feature top-graded Victorian pieces, including an 1853 Proof Penny (PF66), alongside a strong Scottish section. Our world coin offering opens with the rare 1855 Sydney Half Sovereign, followed by a Chinese Hsuan Tung 50 Cent Pattern, superb German Talers, and a standout Tabora 15 Rupien gold coin. A remarkable group of East India Company Mohurs, Japanese Meiji-era gold Yen, and a Nicholas I Russian Rouble commemorating Borodino also feature. From the United States, we present an extremely rare $2.50 gold coin from the Charlotte Mint (AU58) and the sought-after 1877 Indian Head Cent. Our Islamic section includes unique Arab-Sasanian Drachms and beautifully preserved Umayyad and Abbasid Dinars. Finally, we are proud to present two fascinating medal collections – one focused on the English Civil War and another on 17th–18th century naval history – capped by gold coronation medals of William & Mary, Queen Anne, and Queen Victoria. We invite you to explore this exceptional sale.

SGB Coin Auction | Ancient, British and World Coin Auction - Auction 121 |C25002

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A H Baldwin & Sons Ltd has a history that dates back to 1872, and is one of the largest and longest established numismatic dealers and auction houses in the world. As a distinguished name in the numismatic trade, they have seamlessly transitioned into the world of bullion, bringing unparalleled expertise and commitment to quality to a broader audience.

Established in 1872, Baldwin's has been a cornerstone of the numismatic trade, earning a reputation for integrity, authenticity, and a passion for the rare and precious. For over a century and a half, we have been at the forefront of preserving and promoting the art and history encapsulated within rare coins and precious metals.

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BALA, diademed female head (Diana?) facing right. Rev. Diana, holding spear, reins and torch, driving a biga of stags right, grasshopper below, C•ALLI in exergue.&nbsp;(Crawford 336/1b; Sydenham 595). About Extremely Fine. Well struck.

C. Allius Bala (92 BC) AR Denarius, Rome, 3.84g.

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