Impressive Vitellius' Portrait
Vitellius (69 AD). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Obv. A VITELLIVS GERM IMP AVG TR P. Laureate head right. Rev. PONT MAXIM. Vesta, veiled, seated right on throne, holding patera and sceptre. RIC I (2nd ed.) 107. 3.42 g. 19.00 mm. Scarce. Superb portrait. An outstanding example, from masterly engraved dies and in excellent condition for issue. Enchanting glossy old cabinet tone. About EF/EF.