Auction 87 – 11 February 2024
Greek, Roman and Byzantine Coins
Su, 11.02.2024, from 5:00 PM CET
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Description
★ Astrological type: Sun in Leo. Amongst the finest specimens known. ★
Egypt, Alexandria Antoninus Pius, 138-161 Drachm circa 144-145 (year 8), Æ 33.30 mm., 25.00 g.
ΑVΤ Κ Τ ΑΙΛ ΑΔΡ ΑΝΤⲰΝ(Ɛ)ΙΝΟϹ ϹƐΒ ƐVϹ Laureate head r. Rev. Zodiac, Sun in Leo: radiate-headed and draped bust of Helios, r.; below, lion running, r.; before, star. RPC 858. Dattari 2968.
Amongst the finest specimens known of this fascinating issue, lovely untouched dark brown patina and Good Extremely Fine.
Astrological type: Sun in Leo. Amongst the finest specimens known.
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