Lot 3277

Sale 124 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Medals, and Banknotes

Description

Marcus Aurelius, (A.D. 161-180), silver denarius, Rome mint, issued A.D. 172-3, (3.52 g), obv. laureate head of Marcus Aurelius to right, around M ANTONINVS AVG TR P XXVII, rev. around IMP VI COS III, German captive seated right at foot of trophy, shield behind, (cf.S.4911, RIC 278, RSC 297) (illustrated); another, (3.38 g), rev. Victory seated left holding patera and palm, (S.4910, RIC 312, RSC 327). Toning, very fine, the first scarce. (2)

Ex Dr V.J.A. Flynn Collection.

Estimate
$120
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$240

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