Lot 1907
Sale 140 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
Lucius Verus, (A.D. 161-169), gold aureus, Rome Mint, (7.21 g), issued A.D. 165, obv. laureate cuirassed bust to right, around L VERVS AVG ARM PARTH MAX, rev. Lucius Verus galloping to right, thrusting spear at fallen Partian warrior, around TR P V IMP III COS II, (cf.S.5340, RIC 545, Calico 2185). Well struck, good very fine - nearly extremely fine with traces of mint bloom, a rare type.
Ex Rudolph Pekarek Collection. With collector's packet c.1930s.^
- Estimate
- $8,000
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $7,500