Aurelian, 270-275. Aureus (Gold, 22 mm, 4.49 g, 11 h), Medio lanum, 3rd emission, 271-272. IMP C L DOM AURELIANVS P F AVG Laureate and cuirassed bust of Aurelian to right. Rev. VIRTVS AVG Mars advancing to right, holding transverse spear in his right hand and a trophy in his left; at his feet to right, seated captive. BN 427. Calicó 4048. RIC 182. An attractive piece, with a very nicely centered obverse in high relief. Some very minor surface marks, otherwise, extremely fine.
From a Swiss collection, acquired some twenty-five years ago.
Price realized | 9'000 CHF |
Starting price | 4'000 CHF |
Estimate | 5'000 CHF |