Lot 4704

Sale 116 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes

Description

Faustina Junior (wife of Marcus Aurelius), (d.A.D.175), AE sestertius, Rome mint, Postumous issue, (19.26 g), obv. draped bust of Faustina to right, around DIVA FAV STINA PIA, rev. Diana standing to right holding torch, around SIDERIBV[S RE]CEPTA, S C across field, (S.5233, RIC 1715, C.215). Attractive brown patina, nearly very fine - very fine and scarce.

Ex Dr V.J.A.Flynn Collection and previously Status International Sale 310 (lot 8117).

Estimate
$100
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$240

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