

Egypt, Alexandria. Gallienus 253-268. Tetradrachm (Billon, 21.13 mm, 10.38 g). Dated RY 14 = AD 266/7. AY T KΠ ΛIK ΓAΛΛIHNOC CЄB Laureate and cuirassed bust of Gallienus right. Rev. Draped bust of Selene right wearing taenia; before, lunar crescent; L IΔ (date) in left field. Dattari 5264. Emmett 3834. Very rare in this condition Extremely Fine.
Ex Victor England, CNG, purchased in February 1988.
Well-preserved and centred coin with high relief, statuary images. Portrait of Gallienus in the new classical style and a soft, delicate bust of Selene, which pairs with that of Helios, no. 325, in this collection.