Roman Silver & Bronze Coins - Imperial
Lot 4971 Session 18 (2.30pm Friday 25 November) Roman Silver & Bronze Coins - Imperial
Estimate $300
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SOLD $520
GALBA, (A.D. 68-69), AE sestertius (22.91 g), Rome mint, 4th officina, 1st emission, circa June-August A.D. 68, obv. laureate head to right, around IMP SER GALBA AVG TR P, rev. Roma seated left on cuirass, holding sceptre and leaning on shield set at side, (cf.S.2119, RIC I 238, NN&M 133, ACG 219 [A36/P43], BMC 92). Very fine, attractive dark brown and tan patina with a bold portrait.
Ex Glendinings, London, December 4, 1985 (lot 465 part).
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