Wadih Hadad Collection (Beirut), bought from CNG, lot 982185
2014-11-03
Roman. Medal belonging to the series of Jean Dassier illustrating Roman history from the foundation of Rome by Romulus to the rise of Augustus. This medal commemorates the Humanity of Julius Caesar when he was presented the head of his rival Pompey the Great by Ptolemaic envoys once he debarked at Alexandria following to his victory at Pharsalus during the Summer 48 BC.
HUMANITE DE CESAR . / A . R . 706 (in exergue)
Caesar turning away while being presented with the head of Pompey by Ptolemaic envoys. Chercher le nom