Lot 1882

Sale 131 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Elagabalus, (A.D. 218-222), silver denarius, Rome Mint, issued A.D. 218, (2.63 g), obv. laureate bust of Elagabalus draped to right, around IMP CAES M AVR ANTO NINVS AVG, rev. around PONTIF MAX TR P, Roma seated to left, holding Victory and spear, (S.7539, RIC 8, RSC 222a). Areas of flat striking, very fine - good very fine and rare.

This denarius is part of the rare first issues of the young Elagabalus' reign.

Estimate
$150
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$100

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