Roman Imperial Coins

Results from 29551 to 29600 of 31895

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Lot # 626 - Philip I (244-249). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, 248 AD. Obv. IMP M [IV]L PHILIPPVS AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. PM TRP V COS III PP SC. Felicitas standing left, holding long caduceus and cornucopiae. RIC IV 153a; C. 149. AE. 14.82 g. 29.20 mm. A choice example with bold portrait. Lovely greenish brown patina. About EF.
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Lot # 625 - Philip I (244-249). AR Antoninianus, Rome mint, 245 AD. Obv. IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG. Radiate, draped, cuirassed bust right. Rev. P M TR P II COS P P. Philip the Arab, seated left, on curule chair, holding globe in right hand and short sceptre in left hand. RIC IV 2B; C. 120. AR. 4.81 g. 23.00 mm. Lightly toned, with underlying luster. Virtually as struck. About FDC.
Outstanding Gordian III Sestertius
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Lot # 624 - Gordian III (238-244). AE Sestertius. Obv. IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. IOVI STATORI SC. Jupiter standing front, head right, holding sceptre and thunderbolt. RIC IV 298; C. 111. AE. 17.22 g. 32.00 mm. Sharply struck on a medallic flan. Superb unusual impressive portrait and lovely brown patina with green spots. Flan crack and minor metal flaw on edge, otherwise. EF.
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Lot # 623 - Gordian III (238-244). AE Sestertius. Rome mint, 238 AD. Obv. IMP CAES M ANT GORDIANVS AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. IOVI CONSERVATORI SC. Jupiter standing left, holding thunderbolt and sceptre; to left, Gordian standing left. RIC IV 255a. AE. 21.57 g. 30.00 mm. Charming portrait. Leather patina. About EF.
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Lot # 622 - Gordian III (238-244). AV Aureus, Rome mint, c. 239 AD. Obv. IMP CAES M ANT GORDIANVS AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. P M TR P II COS P P. Pax standing front head left, holding branch up in right hand and transverse sceptre in left. RIC IV 22; C. 202; Calicó 3215. AV. 4.90 g. 20.50 mm. R. Rare, brilliant and superb. Struck on broad flan, lightly toned with underlying luster. EF/Good EF.
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Lot # 621 - Pupienus (238 AD.). AR Antoninianus. Obv. IMP CAES PVPIEN MAXIMVS AVG. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. AMOR MVTVVS AVGG. Clasped hands. RIC IV 9b; C. 2. AR. 5.15 g. 22.00 mm. R. Rare and superb. Bold portrait, toned. EF. Ex Asta del Titano 12, 2002, 216.
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Lot # 620 - Balbinus (238 AD). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Obv. IMP C D CAEL BALBINVS AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. PROVIDENTIA DEORVM. Providentia standing left, holding wand over globe and cornucopiae. RIC IV 7; C. 23. AR. 3.10 g. 20.00 mm. Scarce. Bold portrait. Well centred and lightly toned. EF.
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Lot # 619 - Gordian II (238 AD). AE Sestertius. Obv. IMP CAES M ANT GORDIANVS [AFR A]VG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind. Rev. [VIRT]VS AVG[G] SC. Virtus standing left, holding shield and reversed spear. RIC IV 8; C. 15. AE. 20.89 g. 31.80 mm. R. Rare and nice example. Lovely green patina. Rough surface on reverse. VF/About VF.
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Lot # 618 - Maximus as Caesar (235-238). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, 236-238 AD. Obv. MAXIMVS CAES GERM. Bare-headed and draped bust right. Rev. PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS S C. Maximus, in military attire, standing left, holding baton in right hand and transverse spear in left hand; behind him, two standards. RIC IV 13. AE. 21.00 g. 30.00 mm. Lovely brown patina with green hues and reddish spots. About EF.
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Lot # 617 - Paulina, wife of Maximinus I (died 235 AD). AE Sestertius, 236 AD. Obv. DIVA PAVL[I]NA. Veiled and draped bust right. Rev. CONSECRATIO SC. Diana, with floating drapery, standing in biga right, holding flaming torch. RIC IV 4; C. 4. AE. 21.36 g. 30.00 mm. RR. Very rare and choice example. Lovely dark patina. Rough surface on obverse. About VF/VF. Ex Nomisma 5, 1995, 394.
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Lot # 616 - Maximinus I (235-238). AE Sestertius, 235-238 AD. Obv. IMP MAXIMINVS PIVS AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. PROVIDENTIA AVG SC. Providentia standing left, holding wand over globe and cornucopiae. RIC IV 61; C. 80. AE. 19.86 g. 29.00 mm. Masterfully engraved portrait. Lovely dark patina, with green hues. About EF.
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Lot # 615 - Julia Mamaea, mother of Severus Alexander (died 235 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint. Struck under Severus Alexander. Obv. IVLIA MAMAEA AVGVSTA. Diademed and draped bust right. Rev. FELICITAS PVBLICA. Felicitas standing facing, head to left and leg crossed, holding caducaeus and leaning on column; S-C across fields. RIC IV (Sev. Alex.) 676; C. 21. AE. 19.66 g. 29.00 mm. Superb example with clear details. Nice reddish and green patina. EF.
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Lot # 614 - Julia Mamaea, mother of Severus Alexander (died 235 AD). AE Sestertius. Struck under Severus Alexander, 232 AD. Obv. [I]VLIA MAMAEA AVGVSTA. Diademed and draped bust right. Rev. FECVNDITAS AVGVSTA[E]. Fecunditas standing left, holding cornucopiae and extending hand to child; S C across field. RIC IV (Sev. Alex.) 668. AE. 20.92 g. 31.00 mm. A choice example with an intense portrait. Lovely leather patina with darker hues. Traces of die swift on reverse. Flan crack. Good VF.
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Lot # 613 - Julia Mamaea, mother of Severus Alexander (died 235 AD). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Struck under Severus Alexander, 222 AD. Obv. IVLIA MAMAEA AVG. Draped bust right. Rev. IVNO CONSERVATRIX. Iuno standing left, holding patera and sceptre; at feet, peacock left. RIC IV (Sev. Alex.) 343. AR. 2.86 g. 19.70 mm. Superb example with bold portrait. Lightly toned with underlying luster. Virtually as struck. Obverse struck from worn die. About FDC.
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Lot # 612 - Julia Mamaea, mother of Severus Alexander (died 235 AD). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Struck under Severus Alexander, 225-235 AD. Obv. IVLIA MAMAEA AVG. Diademed and draped bust right. Rev. FELICITAS PVBLICA. Felicitas, draped, seated left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. RIC IV (Sev. Alex.) 338. AR. 2.85 g. 19.50 mm. Brilliant example, lightly toned with underlying luster. Virtually as struck. Minor deposits. About FDC.
Enchanting Orbiana Portrait
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Lot # 611 - Orbiana, wife of Severus Alexander (225-227). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Special marriage issue, 225 AD. Obv. SALL L BARBIA ORBIANA AVG. Diademed and draped bust right. Rev. CONCORDI-A AVGG. Concordia seated left, holding patera and double cornucopiae. RIC IV (Sev. Alex) 319; C. 1 (Fr. 20). AR. 3.07 g. 19.00 mm. R. Rare and superb. Delicate expressive portrait and lovely golden toning, with underlying luster. Good EF/About FDC.
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Lot # 610 - Severus Alexander (222-235 AD). AE Sestertius. Obv. [I]MP SEV ALEXANDER AVG. Laureate bust right, with drapery on far shoulder. Rev. IVSTITIA AVGVSTI SC. Justitia seated left, holding patera and sceptre. RIC I (2nd ed.) 563; C. 106. AE. 15.21 g. 29.50 mm. Superb example with brassy patina and green deposits. EF. Label of Kunst und Munzen AG.
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Lot # 609 - Severus Alexander (222-235 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, 231 AD. Obv. IMP ALEXANDER PIVS AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. PM TR P X COS I[II] PP, S-C. Sol standing left, raising hand and holding globe. RIC IV 515; C. 412. AE. 18.70 g. 31.20 mm. Choice example with enchanting pale green patina. EF/Good VF.
Impressive Portrait
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Lot # 608 - Severus Alexander (222-235 AD). AR Denarius, AD 232. Obv. IMP ALEXANDER PIVS AVG. Laureate and draped bust right. Rev. IOVI PROPVGNATORI. Jupiter in fighting stance left, head right, hurling thunderbolt and holding eagle. RIC IV 239; C. 84. AR. 3.20 g. 20.70 mm. Bold portrait, obverse struck from detailed die. Virtually as struck. About FDC.
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Lot # 607 - Severus Alexander (222-235). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Obv. IMP C M AVR SEV ALEXAND AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. MARTI PACIFERO. Mars standing facing, head left, holding spear and branch. RIC IV 160; C. 173. AR. 2.96 g. 20.00 mm. Superb example with beardless portrait.. Enchanting tone with golden highlights. Good EF.
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Lot # 606 - Severus Alexander (222-235). AR Denarius, c. 233-235 AD. Obv. IMP C M AVR SEV ALEXAND AVG. Laureate and draped bust right. Rev. IOVI V-L-TORI. Jupiter seated left, holding Victory and spear. RIC IV 144; C. 95. AR. 3.09 g. 19.30 mm. Superb example, toned with iridescent blue hues. Virtually as struck. About FDC.
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Lot # 605 - Severus Alexander (222-235 AD). AR Quinarius, c. 223 AD. Obv. IMP C M AVR S[E]V ALE[XA]ND [A]VG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. P M TR P II COS P P. Mars standing left, holding olive branch and spear reversed. RIC IV 22 var. (not transverse spear). AR. 1.20 g. 14.00 mm. R. Rare issue, nicely toned. Chipped in antiquity. About VF. Ex Nomisma 5, 1995, 388.
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Lot # 604 - Julia Soaemias, mother of Elagabalus (died 222 AD). AE Sestertius. Struck under Elagabalus, 218-220 AD. Obv. IVLIA SOAEMIAS AVG. Draped bust right, wearing stephane. Rev. V[EN]VS CAELESTIS. Venus Caelestis standing left, holding apple and sceptre, star in right field. RIC IV (Elagab.) 402; C. 11. AE. 22.84 g. 29.00 mm. R. Rare and choice example with lovely dark patina. Good VF/VF.
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Lot # 603 - Elagabalus (218-222). AR Denarius, Rome mint, c. 219 AD. Obv. IMP ANTONINVS AVG. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. PM TR P II COS II PP. Roma seated left, holding Victory and spear; by her side, shield. RIC IV 16; C. 142. AR. 2.73 g. 18.50 mm. A choice example with bright fields. EF.
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Lot # 602 - Diadumenian (218 AD). AR Tetradrachm. Hierapolis mint, Cyrrhestica. Obv. AYT K M OΠЄΛ ANTΩNЄINOC. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. ΔHMAPX ЄΞ YΠATOC. Eagle standing facing, head and tail right, with wings spread, holding wreath in beak; between legs, lion advancing right. Prieur 947. AR. 11.72 g. 24.60 mm. With purchase label. Good VF.
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Lot # 601 - Diadumenian (218 AD). AR Denarius. Obv. M OPEL ANT DIADVMENIAN CAES. Bare-headed, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. PRINC IVVENTVTIS. Diadumenian standing front, head right, holding standard and sceptre; on right, two standards. RIC IV 102; C. 3. AR. 3.47 g. 20.60 mm. R. Rare and superb. Bold portrait, lightly toned. EF/Good VF.
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Lot # 600 - Macrinus (217-218). AR Tetradrachm. Seleucia Pieria mint. Seleucis and Pieria. Obv. AYT K M OΠ CЄ MAKPINOC CЄB. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑ ΤΟ. eagle standing facing on thunderbolt with handle, head right, with wings spread, holding wreath in beak. Prieur 1190. AG. 13.67 g. 26.00 mm. Superb, sound metal. With bright fields. EF.
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Lot # 599 - Macrinus (217-218). AR Denarius, December 217 AD. Obv. IMP C M OPEL SEV MACRINVS AVG. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. PM TR P II COS P P. Annona standing left, holding corn-ears and cornucopiae; at her feet, modius containing corn-ears. RIC IV 26; C. 47. AR. 3.42 g. 19.40 mm. Scarce. Bold portrait. Superb example with bright fields. Virtually as struck. About FDC.
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Lot # 598 - Geta (209-212). AR Tetradrachm. Tyre mint, Phoenicia. Obv. AYT KA ΓЄTAC CЄB. Laureate head right. Rev. ΔHMAPX ЄΞ YΠATOC B. Eagle standing facing on club, wings spread, head left; murex shell between legs. Prieur 1537. AR. 15.45 g. 26.00 mm. Sound metal. With bright fields. EF.
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Lot # 597 - Geta (209-212). AE Sestertius, 210 AD. Obv. IMP CAES P SEPT GETA PIVS AVG. Laureate head right. Rev. PONTIF TR P II COS II SC. Caracalla and Geta, both in military attire, standing front face to face, clasping hands and each holding vertical spear, while being crowned respectively by Liber to left and Hercules to right. RIC IV 155. AE. 25.72 g. 32.60 mm. RR. Very rare and fascinating issue. Enchanting emerald green patina. Minor earthy deposits and corrosions. Good VF/VF. This sestertius of Geta, minted in 210 AD, presents an exquisite reverse scene that captures the essence of familial and imperial relations during the Severan era. The reverse portrays a poignant moment between Geta and his brother Caracalla, both clad in military attire, standing face to face and clasping hands in a symbolic gesture of unity and mutual respect. As they exchange a fraternal handshake, they are crowned by Liber and Hercules, further emphasizing their divine and heroic status. This captivating imagery not only highlights the familial dynamics within the imperial household but also underscores the importance of military prowess and unity in the governance of the Roman Empire.
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Lot # 596 - Plautilla (died 212 AD). AR Denarius, Rome mint, 202-205. Obv. PLAVTILLAE AVGVSTAE. Draped bust right, hair coiled in ridges, fastened in bun at back. Rev. CONCORDIAE. Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in extended right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand. RIC IV (Carac.) 360. AR. 2.69 g. 19.00 mm. Bold portrait. Superb example with delicate patina. Virtually as struck from detailed dies. About FDC/Good EF.
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Lot # 595 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Tetradrachm. Cyprus. Koinon of Cyprus. Obv. AVT KAI ANTωNINOC CЄ. Laureate bust right, with slight drapery. Rev. ΔHMAPX ЄΞ VΠATOC TO Δ. Eagle standing facing on wheat ear, with head left and wings spread. Prieur 1579. AR. 13.55 g. 26.00 mm. RR. Very rare and superb. Sound metal and bright fields. Good EF.
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Lot # 594 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Tetradrachm, Aradus mint. Phoenicia, 215-217 AD. Obv. AYT KAI M A ANTΩNINOC CЄ Δ. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. ΔHMAPX EΞ YΠA TOC T Δ. Eagle standing facing, head and tail right, with wings spread, holding wreath in beak; crescent between legs. Prieur 1263. AR. 12.56 g. 27.50 mm. RRR. Extremely rare and superb. Seldom offered. About EF.
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Lot # 593 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Tetradrachm, Antioch mint, Seleucis and Pieria, 208-211. Obv. AYT KAI ANTΩNЄINOC CЄB. Laureate head right. Rev. ΔHMAPX EΞ YΠA TO Γ. Eagle standing facing on leg of sacrificial animal, head right, wings open, holding wreath in beak. Prieur 214; McAlee 674. AR. 14.06 g. 25.00 mm. Brilliant example, sound metal. Bold portrait, sharply struck from fresh dies. Good EF. Sold with purchase label, acquired in 1967.
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Lot # 592 - Caracalla (198-217). AE Medallion, Philippopolis mint, Thrace. Pythian Games issue. Obv. ΑVΤ Κ Μ ΑVΡ CΕV ΑΝΤΩΝΕΙΝΟC. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. ΚΟΙΝΟΝ ΘΡΑΚΩΝ ΑΛΕΖΑΝ EΝ / ΦΙΛΙΠ / ΠΟ. Richly ornamented agonistic table; on top, prize crown inscribed ΠVΘΙΑ; below, palm and amphora. Varbanov III 1420. AE. 27.81 g. 35.50 mm. R. Rare. Bold portrait and enchanting dark green patina. About EF. Ex Nummus et Ars 27, 1998, 347.
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Lot # 591 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Antoninianus, Rome mint. 215 AD. Obv. ANTONINVS PIVS AVG GERM. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. P M TR P XVIII COS IIII P P. Sol, radiate, mounting quadriga left. RIC IV 265; C. 289. AR. 5.58 g. 23.80 mm. Scarce. Superb example, well centred and virtually as struck. Traces of weak strike. Good EF.
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Lot # 590 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Denarius. Rome mint. Struck 210-213 AD. Obv. ANTONINVS PIVS AVG BRIT. Laureate bust right. Rev. PROFECTIO AVG. Caracalla in military dress standing right, holding spear; behind, two standards. RIC IV 225. AR. 3.23 g. 19.00 mm. Scarce. Superb and brilliant. Bold portrait, virtually as struck. Fascinating reverse type. About FDC.
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Lot # 589 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Denarius, 213 AD. Obv. ANTONINVS PIVS AVG BRIT. Laureate head right. Rev. PM TR P XVI COS IIII PP. Serapis standing left, raising right hand and holding sceptre. RIC IV 208; C. 211. AR. 3.55 g. 18.00 mm. Superb example, virtually as struck. Lightly toned, with underlying luster. Minor deposits. About FDC.
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Lot # 588 - Julia Domna, wife of Septimius Severus (died 217 AD). AE Sestertius. Obv. IVLIA AVGVSTA. Diademed and draped bust right. Rev. IVNONI LVCINAE, S C. Juno seated left, holding flower and swaddled child. RIC IV (Sept. Sev.) 857; C. 94. AE. 24.89 g. 32.50 mm. R. Rare and choice example with bold portrait. Enchanting brown patina with minor reddish and green deposits. EF/About EF. Ex Lanz 123, 2005, 657.
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Lot # 587 - Julia Domna, wife of Septimius Severus (died 217 AD). AR Quinarius, struck under Severus, Rome mint, c. 200-211 AD. Obv. IVLIA AVGVSTA. Draped bust right. Rev. IVNO. Juno standing left, holding patera and long scepter; peacock at feet to left. RIC IV (Sept. Sev.) 559; King 3; RSC 83. AR. 1.29 g. 14.80 mm. RR. Very rare, nice portrait. Rough surfaces. VF.
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Lot # 586 - Septimius Severus (193-211). AR Tetradrachm. Laodicea ad Mare. Seleucis and Pieria, c. 208-209 AD. Obv. AVT KAI CЄOYHPOC CЄ. Laureate and draped bust right. Rev. ΔHMAPX ЄΞ VΠA TOC Γ. Eagle standing facing, head and tail left, with wings spread, holding wreath in beak; star between legs. Prieur 1149. AR. 15.22 g. 25.00 mm. A superb example well impressed and lightly toned. A desirable gallery portrait. EF.
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Lot # 585 - Clodius Albinus as Caesar (193-195). AE Sestertius, Rome mint. Obv. D CL SEPT ALBIN CA[ES]. Bare head right. Rev. [FORT REDVCI] COS II SC. Fortuna seated left on chair, holding cornucopiae and rudder set upon globe; wheel below. RIC IV 53. AE. 17.30 g. 29.00 mm. R. Rare. Spectacular bold portrait and lovely green patina. Cleaning marks. About EF/Good VF. With old collector label.
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Lot # 584 - Clodius Albinus as Caesar (193-195). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Obv. D CLOD SEPT ALBIN CAES. Bare head right. Rev. MINER PA-CIF COS II. Minerva standing left, holding olive-branch and shield; spear against left arm. RIC IV 7; C. 48 (Fr. 12). AR. 3.18 g. 18.00 mm. R. Rare and choice. Bold portrait. About EF/Good VF.
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Lot # 583 - Clodius Albinus (193-197). AR Denarius, 193 AD. Obv. D CL SEPT ALBIN CAES. Bare head right. Rev. PROVID AVG COS. Providentia standing left, holding wand over globe and sceptre. RIC IV 1c; C. 55. AR. 3.05 g. 18.40 mm. R. Rare and choice example. Nicely toned, with iridescent hues. Good VF.
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Lot # 582 - Pertinax (193 AD). AR Denarius. Obv. IMP CAES P HELV [P]ERTIN AVG. Laureate head right. Rev. OPI DIVIN TR P COS II. Ops seated left, holding two corn-ears. RIC IV 8a (denarius); C. 33. AR. 3.00 g. 18.00 mm. RR. Very rare and in great conditions for the type. Hairline flan crack. Nicely toned. Charming portrait of fine style. Good VF.
Commodus' Medallion
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Lot # 581 - Commodus (177-193). AE Bi-metallic medallion, 186 AD. Obv. M COMMODVS ANTONINV–S PIVS FELIX AVG BRIT. Laureate half-length bust left, seen from behind, holding spear and with aegis on left shoulder. Rev. P M TR P XI IM–P VII COS V P P. Commodus, in military dress, standing left on podium, accompanied by spear carrier, addressing group of six soldiers, each helmeted and with shield; in background, signum, vexillum and aquila; in exergue, FIDES EXERCIT. C. 133; Gnecchi 7 and pl. 78, 8 (these dies); Michelini-Tocci pl. 10, 27; Szaivert 187, 1115. AE. 42.96 g. 37.00 mm. RRR. Extremely rare and charming example. Bold portrait on obverse, iconic scene on reverse. Lovely green patina with darker hues. Good VF. Ex NAC 5, 1992, 510. Ex Munzen & Medaillen 92, 2002, 112. Ex NAC 46, 2008, 609. This bi-metallic medallion featuring Emperor Commodus offers a captivating glimpse into the military prowess and propaganda of his reign. Struck in 186 AD, it portrays Commodus in a laureate half-length bust on the obverse, a characteristic representation of imperial power. The reverse depicts a compelling scene of Commodus in military attire, addressing a group of soldiers, emblematic of his role as commander-in-chief. The inclusion of military insignia and the inscription 'FIDES EXERCIT' (loyalty of the army) underscores the emperor's efforts to cultivate loyalty among his troops. This exceptionally rare medallion not only showcases the artistic prowess of the time but also provides valuable insights into the political and military strategies of Commodus' rule.
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Lot # 580 - Commodus as Caesar (175-177). AE As, 172-173 AD. Obv. L AVREL COMMODVS CAES AVG FIL GERM. Draped bust right, head bare. Rev. PRINC IVVENT SC. Commodus standing left, holding branch and spear; on right trophy with arms at foot. RIC III 1519; C. 611. AE. 11.85 g. 28.40 mm. R. A choice example with enchanting portrait. Lovely chocolate patina with green hues. EF/About EF.
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Lot # 579 - Lucius Verus (161-169). AE Sestertius, c. 166 AD. Obv. L VERVS AVG ARM PARTH MAX. Laureate head right. Rev. TR POT VI IMP IIII COS II SC. Victory standing facing, head right, holding palm branch and fixing to palm tree a shield inscribed VIC/PAR. RIC III (M. Aurel.) 1456; C. 250 (Fr. 8). AE. 23.70 g. 30.50 mm. R. Rare and choice choice. Superb portrait and lovely marbled olive green-brown patina, with turquoise spots. About EF/Good VF.
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Lot # 578 - Lucius Verus (161-169). AR Denarius, after 164-165 AD. Obv. L VERVS AVG ARMENIACVS. Bare head right. Rev. T R P V IMP II COS II. Mars standing right, holding Victory and trophy. RIC III (M.Aurel.) 532; C. 266. AR. 2.86 g. 18.00 mm. Superb example, lightly toned with golden hues. EF/About EF.
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Lot # 577 - Faustina II, wife of Marcus Aurelius (died 176 AD). AE Sestertius, struck under Marcus Aurelius. Obv. FAVSTINA AVGVSTA. Draped bust right. Rev. DIANA LVCIFERA SC. Diana Lucifera standing right, holding long torch with both hands. RIC III (M. Aurel.) 1630; C. 88. AE. 27.50 g. 33.50 mm. A choice example. Delicate portrait and lovely deep brown patina, with lighter spots on high points. Good VF. Kunst und Munzen A.G. label 1980, Fr. 800.

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