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Lot # 515
Domitian (81-96 AD). AE Sestertius. Ludi Saeculares issue. Rome mint. Struck 14 September-31 December 88 AD. Obv. IMP CAES DOMIT AVG GERM PM TR P VIII CENS PERP P. Laureate bust right. Rev. [COS XIIII] LVD SAEC A POP, FRVG AG on platform, S C in exergue. Domitian seated right on platform, holding patera, approached by two citizens holding parerae over vessels set on platform; in background, tetrastyle temple. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 608. AE. 27.58 g. 36.00 mm. R. Rare and interesting issue. Choice sestertius, well struck on broad flan, charming portrait and deep green patina. Obverse legend partially restored. EF.