Roman Silver & Bronze Coins - Imperial
Lot 4380 SESSION 20 (4.30PM FRIDAY 12TH APRIL) Roman Silver & Bronze Coins - Imperial
Estimate $400
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SOLD $240
FAUSTINA JUNIOR, wife of Marcus Aurelius, (died A.D. 175), AE as, (13.04 g), Rome Mint, issued c.164-169 A.D, obv. draped bust to right of Faustina, around FAVSTINA AVGVSTA, rev. Venus standing to right, grasping arm of Mars, holding shield, around VENERI VICTRICI, SC across field, (S.5305, RIC 1680, C.241). Attractively toned, very fine or better and very scarce.
Ex Dr Hugh Preston Collection.
Previously CNG eSale 282, (lot 295).
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