Lot # 507 - Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD). AR Denarius, Lugdunum mint, 15 BC. Obv. AVGVSTVS DIVI F. Bare head right. Rev. Bull butting right; in exergue, IMP•X. RIC I (2nd ed.) 167a. AR. 3.83 g. 19.00 mm. Superb example with delicate patina and iridescent spots. EF.

Lot # 508 - Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD). AR Denarius, Lugdunum mint. Struck 2 BC - 4 AD. Obv. CAESAR AVGVST[VS DIVI F] PATER PATRIAE. Laureate head right. Rev. [C L] CAESARES (in exergue) AVGVSTI F COS [DESIG PRINC IVVENT]. Gaius and Lucius Caesares, on left and right, standing facing, each togate and resting hand on shield set on ground between them; behind each shield, spear; above, on left, simpulum right, and on right, lituus left. RIC I (2nd ed.) 207. AR. 3.71 g. 19.00 mm. Brilliant and superb. Lightly toned. Slightly off-centre. EF.

Lot # 509 - Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, 16 BC. Obv. OB CIVIS SERVATOS. Oak-wreath between two laurel branches. Rev. C GALLIVS C F LVPERCVS IIIVIR A A A F F. Legend surrounding S C. RIC I (2nd ed.) 377. AE. 22.82 g. 36.40 mm. Superb example with high reliefs. Brassy patina with darkish deposits. Slightly rough surfaces. Good VF/About EF. Ex Naville Numismatics 62, 2020, 401.

Lot # 510 - Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD) with Agrippa. AE As, Nemausus mint, c. 10-14 AD. Obv. Heads of Agrippa, wearing combined rostral crown and laurel wreath, to left and Augustus, laureate, to right, back to back; IMP above, DIVI F below, P P across field. Rev. Crocodile right, chained to palm tree; above, wreath with long ties; COL NEM across field. RIC I (2nd ed.) 159; RPC I 525. AE. 13.08 g. 25.30 mm. Choice example with amazing details on reverse. Without the usual scratches. Lightly toned, with brassy highlights. Good VF/EF. This coin type was initially minted to commemorate Augustus' establishment of the colony named Colonia Augusta Nemausus in southern Gaul in 27 BC. However, the specific coin in question is part of a revival of the 'crocodile dupondius' design, which occurred two years after Agrippa's death. It features the abbreviation P P (Pater Patriae) on the obverse, a title Augustus was only given in 2 BC, indicating that it was issued at a later date.

Lot # 511 - Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD). AE Tessera. Anonymous issues. Time of Tiberius. Struck circa 22/3-37 AD. Obv. Radiate head of Augustus right, within linear border. Rev. I within pearl border. C. 8 var. (head right); Buttrey 1975, portrait n. 6. AE. 3.27 g. 19.20 mm. R. Rare and choice example of this fascinating issue. Good VF.

Lot # 512 - Augustus (Divus, died 14 AD). AE Sestertius. Restitution issue, struck under Nerva, 98 AD. Obv. DIVVS AV-GVSTVS. Laureate head right. Rev. IMP NERVA CAESAR AVGVSTVS REST around large SC. RIC II (Nerva) 136. AE. 25.29 g. 38.00 mm. R. Rare and outstanding example with bold portrait. Enchanting deep green patina. Minor traces of smoothing. EF/Good VF.

Lot # 513 - Agrippa (died 12 BC). AE As. Rome mint. Struck under Caligula, 37-41 AD. Obv. M AGRIPPA L F COS III. Head left, wearing rostral crown. Rev. S C. Neptune, cloaked, standing left, holding dolphin in right hand and trident in left. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Gaius) 58. AE. 11.05 g. 29.00 mm. Outstanding example with dark patina. EF.

Lot # 514 - Tiberius (14-37). AV Aureus, Lugdunum mint. Obv. TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVSTVS. Laureate head right. Rev. PONTIF MAXIM. Livia (as Pax) seated right, holding branch and sceptre; plain legs of chair. RIC I (2nd ed.) 25; C. 15; Calicò 305. AV. 7.67 g. 19.00 mm. RR. Very rare and choice, lightly toned. Good VF/EF.

Lot # 515 - Tiberius (14-37). AR Brockage Denarius, 'Tribute Penny' type. Lugdunum mint, 36-37 AD. Obv. TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVSTVS. Laureate head right. Rev. Incuse of the obverse. RIC I (2nd ed.) 30. AR. 3.80 g. 18.20 mm. R. Rare brockage. Good VF/EF.

Lot # 516 - Tiberius (14-37). AE As, Rome mint, 35-36 AD. Obv. TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVST IMP VIII. Laureate head left. Rev. PONTIF MAX TR POT XXXVII S C. Winged caduceus upright. RIC I (2nd ed.) 59. AE. 10.80 g. 27.50 mm. Lovely reddish brown patina. Slightly rough surface on reverse. Good VF.

Lot # 517 - Tiberius Julius Caesar Nero Gemellus and Germanicus Julius Gemellus, sons of Drusus Caesar and Livia Drusilla (Livilla) (c. 19-38 and 19-24 AD). AE Sestertius. Rome mint. Struck under Tiberius, 22-23 AD. Obv. Crossed cornucopiae, each surmounted by the bust of a boy, vis-à-vis; winged caduceus between. Rev. DRVSVS CAESAR TI AVG F DIVI AVG N PONT TR POT II around large S C. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Tib.) 42. AE. 26.61 g. 36.00 mm. Scarce. Rare and delightful example, with green patina. Perfectly centred, with great details. Minor traces of smoothing, otherwise. EF.

Lot # 518 - Nero Claudius Drusus, brother of Tiberius, father of Germanicus and Claudius (died 9 AD). AE Sestertius, struck under Claudius, 41-50 AD. Obv. NERO CLAVDIVS DRVSVS GERMANICVS IMP. Bare head of Nero Claudius Drusus left. Rev. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR A[VG PM] TR P IMP SC . Claudius, bare-headed and togate, seated left on curule chair, holding branch; miscellaneous weapons and armour lying around. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Claud.) 93. AE. 26.10 g. 34.00 mm. Choice example with solid green patina and minor reddish spots. Good VF/VF.

Lot # 519 - Antonia, daughter of Mark Anthony and Octavia (died 45 AD). AE Dupondius, 41-42 AD. Obv. ANTONIA AVGVSTA. Draped bust right. Rev. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG PM TR P IMP SC. Claudius, veiled and togate, standing left, holding simpulum. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Claud.) 92. AE. 16.81 g. 28.50 mm. R. Rare and choice example. Leather patina. Light roughness. Good VF.

Lot # 520 - Gaius (Caligula) (37-41). AE Sestertius, 39-40 AD. Obv. C CAESAR AVG GERMANICVS P M TR POT. Pietas, veiled and draped, seated left, holding patera, resting left arm on small facing figure; in exergue, PIETAS. Rev. DIVO-AVG, S-C. Hexastyle garlanded temple, before which Gaius veiled and togate, sacrifices over altar; one attendant leads bull to the altar; a second holds patera. RIC I (2nd ed.) 36. AE. 29.30 g. 35.00 mm. RR. Very rare and superb. Lovely deep green patina with deposits. EF.

Lot # 521 - Gaius (Caligula) (37-41). AE Quadrans, 40-41. Obv. C CAESAR DIVI AVG PRON G. Pileus flanked by S C. Rev. PON M TR P IIII P P COS TERT. Legend surrounding RCC large in center of field. RIC I (2nd ed.) Gaius/Caligula 52. AE. 2.63 g. 17.00 mm. Deep green patina. EF.

Lot # 522 - Germanicus (died in 19 AD). AE Dupondius, struck under Caligula, 37-41. Obv. GERMANICVS CAESAR. Germanicus, bare-headed and cloaked, standing in quadriga, right, holding eagle tipped sceptre. Rev. SIGNIS RECEPT DEVICTIS GERM S C. Germanicus bare-headed and cuirassed with tunic standing, left, right hand raised and left hand holding eagle. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Caligula) 57. AE. 15.19 g. 29.60 mm. A choice example with lovely chocolate patina. Good VF.

Lot # 523 - Agrippina Senior, wife of Germanicus and mother of Caligula (died 33 AD). AE Sestertius, struck under Claudius. Obv. AGRIPPINA M F GERMANICI CAESARIS. Draped bust right, hair in long plait. Rev. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG GERM PM TR P IMP PP around large SC. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Claud.) 102; von Kaenel Type 78. AE. 27.72 g. 34.50 mm. Scarce. Choice example with deep green patina and reddish spots. Gently smoothed. VF.

Lot # 524 - Claudius (41-54). AV Aureus, Rome mint, c. 50-51 AD. Obv. TI CLAVD CAESAR AVG PM TR P X IMP PP. Laureate head right. Rev. SPQR/PP/OB CS within oak wreath. RIC I (2nd ed.) 53; Calicò 383. AU. 7.77 g. 19.00 mm. RRR. Extremely rare and superb, light patina. About EF/EF. Claudius ascended to the imperial throne following the tumultuous demise of his nephew, Caligula, positioning himself as an unexpected figure in Roman history. Despite facing physical disabilities and familial neglect, Claudius navigated the treacherous waters of Julio-Claudian politics, ultimately earning respect for his moderation and administrative prowess. His portrayal on Roman coinage, particularly on aurei adorned with the Corona Civica, reflects his role in preserving the lives of his subjects, echoing the heroic deeds of his predecessors. While contemporary critics like Seneca and modern scholars like Stevenson may question his merit, Claudius' reign witnessed notable accomplishments, including territorial expansions into Thrace, Lycia, and Judaea, as well as the initiation of the conquest of Britain. Moreover, his centralized bureaucratic reforms and infrastructure developments left a lasting legacy on the Roman Empire. Despite being portrayed as lowbrow and easily manipulated by some ancient historians, recent scholarship has aimed to rehabilitate Claudius' reputation, emphasizing his intellectual pursuits and administrative achievements, including his scholarly works on Etruscan and Carthaginian history. Though his written works have been lost to time, their influence on subsequent Roman scholars like Pliny the Elder underscores Claudius' enduring impact on Roman intellectual life and governance.

Lot # 525 - Claudius (41-54). AE Quadrans, Rome mint, 41 AD. Obv. [TI] CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG. Hand left, holding pair of scales; PNR below. Rev. PON M TR P IMP COS DES IT. Legend surrounding S C. RIC I (2nd ed.) 85. AE. 2.92 g. 18.00 mm. Choice example with light brown patina. Peripheral areas of flat strike, otherwise. EF.

Lot # 526 - Claudius (41-54). AE Quadrans, 41-54 AD. Obv. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG. Modius on three legs. Rev. PON M TR P IMP P P COS II. Legend surrounding S C. RIC I (2nd ed.) 90. AE. 3.10 g. 17.40 mm. A choice example. EF.

Lot # 527 - Claudius (41-54). AE As, Rome mint, 41-50 AD. Obv. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG P M TR P IMP. Bare head left. Rev. LIBERTAS AVGVSTA SC. Libertas, draped, standing front, holding pileus in right hand and extending left. RIC I (2nd ed.) 97. AE. 8.09 g. 29.00 mm. Choice example with brown patina. Roughness, metal flaws on reverse. About EF.

Lot # 528 - Nero (54-68). AV Aureus, Rome mint, 65-66 AD. Obv. NERO CAESAR AVGVSTVS. Laureate head right. Rev. SALVS. Salus seated left on throne, holding patera and resting arm at side. RIC I (2nd ed.) 59; Calicò 445. AV. 7.31 g. 19.50 mm. R. Pair of dies of high artistic style. Centred and complete. Rare as such. Brilliant, with underlying luster. Insignificant minor scratches and light nick on edge. EF.

Lot # 529 - Nero (54-68). AV Aureus, 65-66 AD. Obv. NERO CAESAR AVGVSTVS. Laureate head right. Rev. VESTA above round, domed, hexastyle temple with three steps; within Vesta, draped, seated facing, head left, holding patera and long sceptre. RIC I (2nd ed.) 61; C. 334; Calicò 448. AV. 7.29 g. 20.00 mm. R. Rare and choice. Fascinating architectural type. Good VF/About EF.

Lot # 530 - Nero (54-68). AR Denarius, struck 68 AD. Obv. IMP NERO CAESAR AVG PP. Laureate head right. Rev. Legionary eagle between two standards. RIC I (2nd ed.) 68. AR. 3.16 g. 17.20 mm. RR. Very rare and fascinating issue. Light scratches. Good VF.

Lot # 531 - Nero (54-68). AE Dupondius. Rome mint, 65 AD. Obv. NERO CLAVD CAESAR AVG GER P M TR P IMP P P. Radiate head right. Rev. ROMA S C. Roma, helmeted, in military dress, seated left on cuirass, holding wreath in right hand and in left a parazonium; around and behind are various arms. RIC I (2nd ed.) 296. AE. 15.02 g. 28.50 mm. A choice example with lovely brown patina. Minor metal flaw and nick on edge on reverse. About EF/Good VF.

Lot # 532 - Nero (54-68). AE Dupondius. Rome mint, 65 AD. Obv. IMP NERO CLAVD CAESAR AVG GER P M TR P IMP P P. Radiate head right. Rev. ROMA S C. Roma, helmeted, in military dress, seated left on cuirass, holding wreath in right hand and in left a parazonium; around and behind are various arms. RIC I (2nd ed.) 344. AE. 13.69 g. 28.00 mm. Bold portrait. Delicate brown patina. About EF.

Lot # 533 - Galba (68-69). AE Sestertius, July 68 to January 69 AD. Obv. IMP SER SVLP GALBA CAES AVG TR P. Laurate and draped bust right. Rev. S - C. Victory alighting right, holding wreath in right hand, palm in left. RIC I (2nd ed.) 313; C. 254. AE. 26.27 g. 36.00 mm. Scarce. Bold portrait. Lovely river patina with its peculiar light roughnesses. Insignificant marks on edge. EF. Sold with old collection label.

Lot # 534 - Vitellius (69 AD). AE As, Spanish mint (Tarraco?). Obv. A VITELLIVS GERMANICVS IMP. Laureate head left. Rev. FIDES / [E]XERCITVM. Clasped hands. RIC I (2nd ed.) 42. AR. 10.52 g. 30.00 mm. Scarce. Superb example with earthy fields and green patina highlights. Flan slightly bent by the struck. Good VF.

Lot # 535 - Vitellius (69 AD). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Obv. A VITELLIVS GERM IMP AVG TR P. Laureate head right. Rev. L VITELLIVS COS III CENSOR. Bust of Vitellius laureate, draped right; eagle-tipped scepter in front. RIC I (2nd ed.) 95. AR. 3.05 g. 19.00 mm. RR. Very rare dynastic issue. Light scratches and metal flaw on reverse. VF.

Lot # 536 - Vitellius (69 AD). AR Denarius, Rome mint, late April-20 December 69 AD. Obv. A VITELLIVS GERM IMP AVG TR P. Laureate head right. Rev. LIBERTAS RESTITVTA. Libertas standing facing, head right, holding pileus and sceptre. RIC I (2nd ed.) 105; C. 47. AR. 3.34 g. 18.00 mm. R. Rare and choice. Lightly toned with iridescent hues. Superficial cleaning marks, otherwise. good VF.

Lot # 537 - Vespasian (69-79). AE Sestertius, 71 AD. Obv. IMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM TR P PP COS III. Laureate head right. Rev. ROMA, S-C. Roma standing left, holding Victory and spear. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 190. AE. 26.24 g. 35.50 mm. A spectacular bold portrait. Outstanding example enriched by an untouched river patina. EF/About EF.

Lot # 538 - Vespasian (69-79). AE Quadrans. Rome mint. Struck AD 71. Obv. IMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG. Palm-tree. Rev. PON [M TR P P] P COS III, S-C. Vexillum. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 340. AE. 2.41 g. 17.00 mm. R. Rare Judea capta issue. Deep green patina. Reverse slightly off-centre. Good VF.

Lot # 539 - Vespasian (69-79). AE Quadrans. Rome mint. Struck AD 71. Obv. IMP VESP-ASIAN AVG. Palm-tree. Rev. PM TR P PP COS III, S-C. Vexillum. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 351. AE. 1.89 g. 14.40 mm. R. Rare Judea capta issue. Pitted surfaces. VF.

Lot # 540 - Vespasian (69-79). AR Denarius, Rome mint, 72-73. Obv. [IMP C]AES VESP AVG P M COS IIII. Laureate head right. Rev. VICTORIA AVGVSTI. Victory, draped, advancing right, holding palm over left shoulder in left hand and with right about to place wreath on a standard set on ground. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 362; C. 618. AR. 3.30 g. 17.00 mm. Scarce. Sound metal. Superb example with bold portrait. Lightly toned. About EF/Good VF. The mention of 'Victoria Augusti' on a coin of Vespasian from the year 73 AD likely reflects the military successes of the emperor, particularly in relation to the Jewish Revolt. Vespasian played a key role in quelling the rebellion and ultimately capturing Jerusalem in 70 AD. The inscription 'Victoria Augusti' celebrates these victories, portraying Vespasian as a triumphant leader favored by the gods. It underscores his authority and legitimacy as emperor, reinforcing his status as Augustus and highlighting his successful suppression of dissent within the empire. This coin serves as a testament to Vespasian's military prowess and his ability to maintain control over the Roman Empire during a tumultuous period.

Lot # 541 - Vespasian (69-79). AE As, Rome mint, 74 AD. Obv. IMP CAESAR VESP AVG COS V CENS. Laureate head left. Rev. AEQVITAS AVGVST S-C. Aequitas standing facing, head left, holding scales and sceptre. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 722. AE. 10.20 g. 27.00 mm. Choice example with fine details. Enchanting dark green-brown patina with pale blue and greenish hues. Good VF.

Lot # 542 - Domitilla Senior, wife of Vespasian (died before 69 AD). AE Sestertius, struck under Titus. Obv. IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG P M TR P P P COS VIII. Legend around large SC. Rev. MEMORIAE/DOMI/TILLAE. Ornamented carpentum drawn right by pair of mules; SPQR in exergue. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 262; C. (Domitilla Jr.) 1. AE. 24.22 g. 32.00 mm. RR. Very rare and appealing issue. Choice example of this fascinating issue. River patina. Light roughnesses. VF/Good VF.

Lot # 543 - Titus as Caesar (69-79). AR Denarius, 73 AD. Obv. T CAESAR IMP VESP CENS. Laureate head right. Rev. PONTIF TRI POT. Vespasian seated on curule chair, with sceptre and branch. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) (Vesp.) 556. AR. 3.28 g. 19.50 mm. Choice example with bold portrait. Slightly rough surfaces, otherwise. EF.

Lot # 544 - Titus as Caesar (69-79). AE Dupondius, Commagene mint, 74 AD. Obv. T CAESAR IMP PONT. Laureate head right. Rev. TR POT COS III CENSOR. Winged caduceus between crossed cornucopiae. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 761; C. 326; BMC 891 (Commagene). AE. 14.44 g. 28.10 mm. Enchanting deep green patina with minor reddish deposits. Slightly rough surface on obverse. Good VF/About EF.

Lot # 545 - Titus (79-81). AR Denarius, 80 AD. Obv. IMP TITVS CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM. Laureate head right. Rev. TR P IX IMP XV COS VIII PP. Elephant left. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 115. AR. 3.49 g. 17.50 mm. Scarce. A choice example of this fascinating issue. Lightly toned with minor iridescent hues. Good VF.

Lot # 546 - Titus (79-81). AE Dupondius, 80-81 AD. Obv. IMP T CAES VESP AVG PM TR P COS VIII. Radiate head left. Rev. VESTA SC. Vesta, veiled, seated left, holding palladium and sceptre. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 213. AE. 13.23 g. 29.40 mm. A choice example with dark brown patina. Minor restoration on reverse, otherwise. EF. From a note of the collector this coin might come from the Mazzini Collection.

Lot # 547 - Domitian (81-96). AR Denarius, Rome mint, 82 AD. Obv. IMP CAES DOMITIANVS AVG P M. Laureate head right. Rev. TR POT IMP II COS VIII DES VIIII PP. Fortuna standing facing, head left, holding rudder and cornucopiae. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 141. AR. 3.53 g. 19.40 mm. A choice example with light tone and underlying luster. Sound metal. EF.

Lot # 548 - Domitian (81-96). AV Aureus, 83 AD. Obv. IMP CAES DOMITIANVS AVG P M. Laureate head right. Rev. TR POT II COS VIIII DES X P P. Minerva standing left, holding spear. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 168; C. 600; Calicò 931. AV. 7.53 g. 19.50 mm. RR. Very rare and choice. Minor nicks. VF.

Lot # 549 - Domitian (81-96). AR Quinarius, 88 AD. Rome mint. Obv. [IMP] CAES DOMIT AVG GERM P M TR P VIII. Laureate head right. Rev. COS XIIII [LVD SA]EC FEC. Herald advancing left, with wand and shield. RIC I (2nd ed.) 599. AR. 1.65 g. 15.00 mm. Scarce. Lovely cabinet tone. Metal flaw on obverse. Minor marks. Good VF.

Lot # 550 - Domitian (81-96). AE As, 87 AD. Obv. IMP CAES DOMIT AVG GERM COS XIII CENS PER P P. Laureate head right. Rev. MONETA AVGVSTI, S-C. Moneta standing left, holding scales and double cornucopiae. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 649. AE. 11.45 g. 28.80 mm. A choice example with deep dark patina and earthy deposits. Good VF.

Lot # 551 - Nerva (96-98). AR Denarius. Obv. IMP NERVA CAES AVG GERM PM TR P II. Laureate head right. Rev. IMP II COS IIII PP. Clasped hands. RIC II 48; C. 96. AR. 3.13 g. 16.60 mm. Bold portrait, lightly toned. Cleaning marks. EF.

Lot # 552 - Trajan (98-117). AR Denarius, 103-111 AD. Obv. IMP TRAIANO AVG GER DAC P M TR P COS V P P. Laureate bust right, slight drapery on left shoulder. Rev. S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI. Victory standing facing, head left, holding wreath and palm branch. RIC II 193; C. 426. AR. 3.14 g. 18.10 mm. Superb and brilliant. Lovely cabinet tone. Insignificant mark on obverse. Good EF.

Lot # 553 - Trajan (98-117). AE Sestertius, 98-99 AD. Obv. IMP CAES NERVA TRAIAN AVG GERM P M. Laureate bust right. Rev. TR POT COS II P P SC (in exergue). Pax seated left, holding branch and sceptre. RIC II 390. AE. 26.34 g. 33.70 mm. Enchanting green patina. Slightly pitted surfaces. Good VF/About EF.

Lot # 554 - Trajan (98-117). AE As, Rome mint, 103-111 AD. Obv. IMP CAES NERVAE TRAIANO AVG GER DAC P M TR P COS V P P. Laureate bust right with aegis. Rev. S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C. Victory advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm upwards in left. RIC II 521; C. 436. AE. 10.68 g. 22.00 mm. Lovely dark patina. Minor patina flaws on obverse. About EF.

Lot # 555 - Trajan (98-117). AE As, 103-111. Obv. IMP CAES NERVAE TRAIANO AVG GE[RM DA]C P M TR P COS V PP. Laureate bust right with aegis. Rev. SPQR OPTIMO PRINCIPI, S-C. Victory standing right and fastening a shield inscribed VIC/DAC to a palm-tree. RIC II 529; C. 455. AE. 11.42 g. 37.00 mm. Superb, with lovely dark patina. Metal flaw on obverse. About EF.

Lot # 556 - Trajan (98-117). AE Semis, 114-117 AD. Obv. IMP CAES NER TRAIANO OPTIMO AVG GERM. Radiate bust right, drapery on left shoulder. Rev. DAC PARTHICO P M TR POT XX COS VI P P. Large SC within oak-wreath. RIC II 645; C. 123. AE. 3.89 g. 20.00 mm. R. Choice example, fully readeable. Slightly rough surfaces. Good VF.

Lot # 557 - Trajan (98-117). AE Semis, Rome mint, c. 99-105 AD. Obv. IMP CAES NERVA TRAIAN AVG. Laureate bust right. Rev. S-C. Hercules standing facing, head turned right, holding club. RIC II 689; C. 336. AE. 3.30 g. 19.00 mm. R. Rare. Brown patina. Spot of oxidation, otherwise. good VF. Ex Asta del Titano 9, 2001, 200.

Lot # 558 - Trajan (98-117). AE Quadrans. Rome mint. Struck circa AD 98-102. Obv. IMP CEAS TRAIAN AVG GERM. Bust of Hercules right, with lion's skin. Rev. SC. Club. RIC II 699; C. 343. AE. 2.87 g. 16.00 mm. Scarce. Choice, with reddish brown patina. About EF.

Lot # 559 - Hadrian (117-138). AR Denarius, Rome mint, c. 130-3 AD,. Obv. HADRIANVS - AVG COS III P P. Laureate head right,. Rev. AEGYPTOS. Egypt reclining left, holding sistrum and resting elbow on basket of fruit, ibis on ground at her feet. RIC II 297; C. 99. AR. 3.15 g. 17.70 mm. R. A choice example with lovely cabinet tone. About EF.

Lot # 560 - Hadrian (117-138). AE Dupondius. Rome mint, c. 119-121 AD. Obv. IMP CAESAR TRAiAN HADRIANVS AVG P M TR P COS III. Radiate and draped bust right. Rev. FORTVNAE REDVCI SC. Fortuna seated left, holding rudder and cornucopiae. RIC II 599b; C. 785. AE. 12.86 g. 27.00 mm. Superb example with greenish brown patina. Bold portrait. EF/About EF.

Lot # 561 - Hadrian (117-138). AR Quinarius, 120-121 AD. Obv. IMP CAESAR TRAIAN HADRIANVS AVG. Laureate bust right, with drapery on left shoulder. Rev. [PM TR P] COS III. Victory advancing right, holding palm frond and wreath. RIC II-p. 3 (2nd ed.) 334; RIC II 103; C. 1127; King 32. AR. 1.08 g. 15.00 mm. Scarce. Nice example, with light patina. Good VF/VF. Ex Asta del Titano 11, 2002, 182.

Lot # 562 - Hadrian (117-138). AE Sestertius, c. 137-138 AD. Obv. HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P. Laureate head right. Rev. AEQVITAS AVG. Aequitas standing left holding a sceptre and a scale. In field, S-C. RIC II-p. 3 (2nd ed.) 2370. AE. 26.38 g. 32.00 mm. Large flan, well impressed and complete. Bold portrait. Lovely chocolate brown patina. Good VF. Ex Triton XI, 2008, lot 927.

Lot # 563 - Sabina, wife of Hadrian (died 137 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint. Obv. SABINA AVGVSTA HADRIANI AVG PP. Diademed and draped bust right. Rev. VENERI GENETRICI S C. Venus standing right, with right hand raising cloak from shoulder and in left holding apple. RIC II 1035; C. 74. AE. 27.05 g. 32.50 mm. Scarce. A choice example with pleasant dark patina. Gently smoothed. Roughnesses on reverse. Good VF.

Lot # 564 - Sabina, wife of Hadrian (died 137 AD). AR Denarius, 133-135. Obv. SABINA AVGVSTA. Diademed and draped bust right. Rev. CONCOR-D-IA AVG. Concordia seated left, holding patera and sceptre; below seat, cornucopiae. RIC II-p. 3 (2nd ed.) (Hadr.) 2548. AR. 3.17 g. 18.00 mm. Light cabinet tone. Slightly rough surfaces. Good VF.

Lot # 565 - Aelius Caesar (136-138). AE As, Rome mint, 137 AD. Obv. L AELIVS CAESAR. Bare head right. Rev. TR POT COS II SALVS SC. Salus seated left, feeding out of patera snake coiled round altar. RIC II 1075 (var.); C. 45. AE. 14.22 g. 26.00 mm. Scarce. Bold portrait. Gently smoothed. Lovely dark patina with minor greenish deposits on reverse. Variety with bust not draped. About EF/Good VF.

Lot # 566 - Antoninus Pius (138-161). AE Sestertius, 140-144 AD. Obv. ANTONINVS AVG PIVS PP TR P COS III. Laureate head right. Rev. MARTI VLTORI. Mars, helmeted, standing right, holding spear and resting left hand on shield. RIC III 609; C. 550. AE. 23.32 g. 33.00 mm. Scarce. Rare as such. Amazing example with enchanting brown patina and minor reddish deposits. Good EF.