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An exquisite selection of premium coins from ancient to modern times
The Roman Empire Marcus Aurelius as Augustus (AD 161-180)
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Description
Denarius. AD 180, Rome. 2.95 g. 18.00 mm. 12h
Obv. Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right.
Rev. Fortuna seated left, holding rudder and cornucopia; wheel below seat.
RIC III 409 var. (bust not draped); MIR 18, 461-4/37; RSC 972b.
A magnificent coin with a wonderful portrait of fine style. Especially fine strike from fresh dies. Superb EF, traces of red deposits.
Ex. CNG Electronic Auction 355, 2015, Lot 547.