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Lot # 541 - Vespasian (69-79). AE As, Rome mint, 74 AD. Obv. IMP CAESAR VESP AVG COS V CENS. Laureate head left. Rev. AEQVITAS AVGVST S-C. Aequitas standing facing, head left, holding scales and sceptre. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 722. AE. 10.20 g. 27.00 mm. Choice example with fine details. Enchanting dark green-brown patina with pale blue and greenish hues. Good VF.
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Lot # 542 - Domitilla Senior, wife of Vespasian (died before 69 AD). AE Sestertius, struck under Titus. Obv. IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG P M TR P P P COS VIII. Legend around large SC. Rev. MEMORIAE/DOMI/TILLAE. Ornamented carpentum drawn right by pair of mules; SPQR in exergue. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 262; C. (Domitilla Jr.) 1. AE. 24.22 g. 32.00 mm. RR. Very rare and appealing issue. Choice example of this fascinating issue. River patina. Light roughnesses. VF/Good VF.
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Lot # 543 - Titus as Caesar (69-79). AR Denarius, 73 AD. Obv. T CAESAR IMP VESP CENS. Laureate head right. Rev. PONTIF TRI POT. Vespasian seated on curule chair, with sceptre and branch. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) (Vesp.) 556. AR. 3.28 g. 19.50 mm. Choice example with bold portrait. Slightly rough surfaces, otherwise. EF.
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Lot # 544 - Titus as Caesar (69-79). AE Dupondius, Commagene mint, 74 AD. Obv. T CAESAR IMP PONT. Laureate head right. Rev. TR POT COS III CENSOR. Winged caduceus between crossed cornucopiae. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 761; C. 326; BMC 891 (Commagene). AE. 14.44 g. 28.10 mm. Enchanting deep green patina with minor reddish deposits. Slightly rough surface on obverse. Good VF/About EF.
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Lot # 545 - Titus (79-81). AR Denarius, 80 AD. Obv. IMP TITVS CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM. Laureate head right. Rev. TR P IX IMP XV COS VIII PP. Elephant left. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 115. AR. 3.49 g. 17.50 mm. Scarce. A choice example of this fascinating issue. Lightly toned with minor iridescent hues. Good VF.
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Lot # 546 - Titus (79-81). AE Dupondius, 80-81 AD. Obv. IMP T CAES VESP AVG PM TR P COS VIII. Radiate head left. Rev. VESTA SC. Vesta, veiled, seated left, holding palladium and sceptre. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 213. AE. 13.23 g. 29.40 mm. A choice example with dark brown patina. Minor restoration on reverse, otherwise. EF. From a note of the collector this coin might come from the Mazzini Collection.
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Lot # 547 - Domitian (81-96). AR Denarius, Rome mint, 82 AD. Obv. IMP CAES DOMITIANVS AVG P M. Laureate head right. Rev. TR POT IMP II COS VIII DES VIIII PP. Fortuna standing facing, head left, holding rudder and cornucopiae. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 141. AR. 3.53 g. 19.40 mm. A choice example with light tone and underlying luster. Sound metal. EF.
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Lot # 548 - Domitian (81-96). AV Aureus, 83 AD. Obv. IMP CAES DOMITIANVS AVG P M. Laureate head right. Rev. TR POT II COS VIIII DES X P P. Minerva standing left, holding spear. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 168; C. 600; Calicò 931. AV. 7.53 g. 19.50 mm. RR. Very rare and choice. Minor nicks. VF.
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Lot # 549 - Domitian (81-96). AR Quinarius, 88 AD. Rome mint. Obv. [IMP] CAES DOMIT AVG GERM P M TR P VIII. Laureate head right. Rev. COS XIIII [LVD SA]EC FEC. Herald advancing left, with wand and shield. RIC I (2nd ed.) 599. AR. 1.65 g. 15.00 mm. Scarce. Lovely cabinet tone. Metal flaw on obverse. Minor marks. Good VF.
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Lot # 550 - Domitian (81-96). AE As, 87 AD. Obv. IMP CAES DOMIT AVG GERM COS XIII CENS PER P P. Laureate head right. Rev. MONETA AVGVSTI, S-C. Moneta standing left, holding scales and double cornucopiae. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 649. AE. 11.45 g. 28.80 mm. A choice example with deep dark patina and earthy deposits. Good VF.
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Lot # 551 - Nerva (96-98). AR Denarius. Obv. IMP NERVA CAES AVG GERM PM TR P II. Laureate head right. Rev. IMP II COS IIII PP. Clasped hands. RIC II 48; C. 96. AR. 3.13 g. 16.60 mm. Bold portrait, lightly toned. Cleaning marks. EF.
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Lot # 552 - Trajan (98-117). AR Denarius, 103-111 AD. Obv. IMP TRAIANO AVG GER DAC P M TR P COS V P P. Laureate bust right, slight drapery on left shoulder. Rev. S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI. Victory standing facing, head left, holding wreath and palm branch. RIC II 193; C. 426. AR. 3.14 g. 18.10 mm. Superb and brilliant. Lovely cabinet tone. Insignificant mark on obverse. Good EF.
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Lot # 553 - Trajan (98-117). AE Sestertius, 98-99 AD. Obv. IMP CAES NERVA TRAIAN AVG GERM P M. Laureate bust right. Rev. TR POT COS II P P SC (in exergue). Pax seated left, holding branch and sceptre. RIC II 390. AE. 26.34 g. 33.70 mm. Enchanting green patina. Slightly pitted surfaces. Good VF/About EF.
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Lot # 554 - Trajan (98-117). AE As, Rome mint, 103-111 AD. Obv. IMP CAES NERVAE TRAIANO AVG GER DAC P M TR P COS V P P. Laureate bust right with aegis. Rev. S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C. Victory advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm upwards in left. RIC II 521; C. 436. AE. 10.68 g. 22.00 mm. Lovely dark patina. Minor patina flaws on obverse. About EF.
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Lot # 555 - Trajan (98-117). AE As, 103-111. Obv. IMP CAES NERVAE TRAIANO AVG GE[RM DA]C P M TR P COS V PP. Laureate bust right with aegis. Rev. SPQR OPTIMO PRINCIPI, S-C. Victory standing right and fastening a shield inscribed VIC/DAC to a palm-tree. RIC II 529; C. 455. AE. 11.42 g. 37.00 mm. Superb, with lovely dark patina. Metal flaw on obverse. About EF.
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Lot # 556 - Trajan (98-117). AE Semis, 114-117 AD. Obv. IMP CAES NER TRAIANO OPTIMO AVG GERM. Radiate bust right, drapery on left shoulder. Rev. DAC PARTHICO P M TR POT XX COS VI P P. Large SC within oak-wreath. RIC II 645; C. 123. AE. 3.89 g. 20.00 mm. R. Choice example, fully readeable. Slightly rough surfaces. Good VF.
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Lot # 557 - Trajan (98-117). AE Semis, Rome mint, c. 99-105 AD. Obv. IMP CAES NERVA TRAIAN AVG. Laureate bust right. Rev. S-C. Hercules standing facing, head turned right, holding club. RIC II 689; C. 336. AE. 3.30 g. 19.00 mm. R. Rare. Brown patina. Spot of oxidation, otherwise. good VF. Ex Asta del Titano 9, 2001, 200.
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Lot # 558 - Trajan (98-117). AE Quadrans. Rome mint. Struck circa AD 98-102. Obv. IMP CEAS TRAIAN AVG GERM. Bust of Hercules right, with lion's skin. Rev. SC. Club. RIC II 699; C. 343. AE. 2.87 g. 16.00 mm. Scarce. Choice, with reddish brown patina. About EF.
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Lot # 559 - Hadrian (117-138). AR Denarius, Rome mint, c. 130-3 AD,. Obv. HADRIANVS - AVG COS III P P. Laureate head right,. Rev. AEGYPTOS. Egypt reclining left, holding sistrum and resting elbow on basket of fruit, ibis on ground at her feet. RIC II 297; C. 99. AR. 3.15 g. 17.70 mm. R. A choice example with lovely cabinet tone. About EF.
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Lot # 560 - Hadrian (117-138). AE Dupondius. Rome mint, c. 119-121 AD. Obv. IMP CAESAR TRAiAN HADRIANVS AVG P M TR P COS III. Radiate and draped bust right. Rev. FORTVNAE REDVCI SC. Fortuna seated left, holding rudder and cornucopiae. RIC II 599b; C. 785. AE. 12.86 g. 27.00 mm. Superb example with greenish brown patina. Bold portrait. EF/About EF.
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Lot # 561 - Hadrian (117-138). AR Quinarius, 120-121 AD. Obv. IMP CAESAR TRAIAN HADRIANVS AVG. Laureate bust right, with drapery on left shoulder. Rev. [PM TR P] COS III. Victory advancing right, holding palm frond and wreath. RIC II-p. 3 (2nd ed.) 334; RIC II 103; C. 1127; King 32. AR. 1.08 g. 15.00 mm. Scarce. Nice example, with light patina. Good VF/VF. Ex Asta del Titano 11, 2002, 182.
Impressive Hadrian Sestertius
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Lot # 562 - Hadrian (117-138). AE Sestertius, c. 137-138 AD. Obv. HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P. Laureate head right. Rev. AEQVITAS AVG. Aequitas standing left holding a sceptre and a scale. In field, S-C. RIC II-p. 3 (2nd ed.) 2370. AE. 26.38 g. 32.00 mm. Large flan, well impressed and complete. Bold portrait. Lovely chocolate brown patina. Good VF. Ex Triton XI, 2008, lot 927.
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Lot # 563 - Sabina, wife of Hadrian (died 137 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint. Obv. SABINA AVGVSTA HADRIANI AVG PP. Diademed and draped bust right. Rev. VENERI GENETRICI S C. Venus standing right, with right hand raising cloak from shoulder and in left holding apple. RIC II 1035; C. 74. AE. 27.05 g. 32.50 mm. Scarce. A choice example with pleasant dark patina. Gently smoothed. Roughnesses on reverse. Good VF.
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Lot # 564 - Sabina, wife of Hadrian (died 137 AD). AR Denarius, 133-135. Obv. SABINA AVGVSTA. Diademed and draped bust right. Rev. CONCOR-D-IA AVG. Concordia seated left, holding patera and sceptre; below seat, cornucopiae. RIC II-p. 3 (2nd ed.) (Hadr.) 2548. AR. 3.17 g. 18.00 mm. Light cabinet tone. Slightly rough surfaces. Good VF.
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Lot # 565 - Aelius Caesar (136-138). AE As, Rome mint, 137 AD. Obv. L AELIVS CAESAR. Bare head right. Rev. TR POT COS II SALVS SC. Salus seated left, feeding out of patera snake coiled round altar. RIC II 1075 (var.); C. 45. AE. 14.22 g. 26.00 mm. Scarce. Bold portrait. Gently smoothed. Lovely dark patina with minor greenish deposits on reverse. Variety with bust not draped. About EF/Good VF.
Amazing Sestertius with Mars Ultori
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Lot # 566 - Antoninus Pius (138-161). AE Sestertius, 140-144 AD. Obv. ANTONINVS AVG PIVS PP TR P COS III. Laureate head right. Rev. MARTI VLTORI. Mars, helmeted, standing right, holding spear and resting left hand on shield. RIC III 609; C. 550. AE. 23.32 g. 33.00 mm. Scarce. Rare as such. Amazing example with enchanting brown patina and minor reddish deposits. Good EF.
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Lot # 567 - Antoninus Pius (138-161). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, 143-144 AD. Obv. ANTONINVS AVG PIVS PP TR P COS III. Laureate head right. Rev. ITALIA SC. Italia towered seated left on starry globe, holding cornucopiae and sceptre. RIC III 746a; C. 464. AE. 23.66 g. 32.30 mm. Scarce. Fascinating issue. Lovely dark patina. Slightly pitted surface. Peripheral area of flat strike on obverse. VF.
Spectacular Temporum Felicitas Sestertius
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Lot # 568 - Antoninus Pius (138-161). AE Sestertius, 149 AD. Obv. ANTONINVS AVG PIVS P P TR P XII. Laureate head right. Rev. TEMPORVM FELICITAS COS IIII SC. Crossed cornucopiae from which a grape bunch flanked by two grain ears hang, surmounted by busts of two boys, vis-à-vis. RIC III 857. AE. 22.33 g. 31.00 mm. R. Sharp detailed and solid green patina; a superb example. Virtually as struck. Good EF.
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Lot # 569 - Antoninus Pius (Divus, after 161 AD). AR Denarius, struck under M. Aurelius. Obv. DIVVS ANTONINVS. Bare head right. Rev. CONSECRATIO. Eagle standing right, head left. RIC III (M. Aurel.) 429; C. 154. AR. 3.53 g. 18.50 mm. Superb, with lovely cabinet tone. Good EF.
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Lot # 570 - Divus Antoninus Pius (died 161). AR Antoninianus, restored by Trajan Decius, 250-1 AD. Obv. DIVO PIO. Radiate head of Divus Antoninus Pius right. Rev. CONSECRATIO. Eagle. RIC IV (Decius) 89; C. (Ant. Pius)-1188. AR. 3.43 g. 20.00 mm. R. Enchanting cabinet tone. The rarest reverse type for this issue. About EF/EF.
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Lot # 571 - Diva Faustina I, wife of Antoninus Pius (died 141 AD). AE Sestertius. Obv. DIVA FAVSTINA. Draped bust right. Rev. IVNO. Juno standing left, holding patera and sceptre. RIC III (A. Pius) 1143; C. 210. AE. 27.13 g. 33.50 mm. A choice example with intense dark patina. Peripheral area of flat strike, minor traces of corrosion, otherwise. about EF/EF. From a note of the collector this coin might come from the Mazzini Collection.
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Lot # 572 - Diva Faustina I, wife of Antoninus Pius (died 141 AD). AE As, Rome mint. 141-146 AD. Obv. DIVA AVGVSTA FAVSTINA. Draped bust right. Rev. SC. Crescent surrounded by seven stars. RIC III (A. Pius) 1199a. AE. 9.46 g. 27.00 mm. R. Green patina. EF. The crescent moon on Faustina the Elder's coin signifies its association with lunar deities, femininity, and the cyclical nature of life in Roman culture. It reflects beliefs in celestial influences and serves as a propagandistic symbol of power and divine favor, emphasizing the ruler's authority and connection to cosmic forces. This coin offers insights into Roman symbolism and ideology during this era.
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Lot # 573 - Marcus Aurelius as Caesar (139-161). AE As, Rome mint, c. 140-144 AD. Obv. [AV]RELIVS CAESAR AVG PII F COS. Bare head right. Rev. PIETAS AVG SC. Knife, sprinkler, capis, lituus and simpulum. RIC III 1240a; C. 455. AE. 8.72 g. 26.00 mm. A choice example with greenish brown patina. Good VF.
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Lot # 574 - Marcus Aurelius (161-180). AR Denarius, 161-162. Obv. M ANTONINVS AVG. Bare head right. Rev. CONCORD AVG TR P XVI COS III. Concordia seated left, holding patera and resting left arm on statue of Spes; cornucopiae under seat. RIC III 33; C. 33. AR. 3.31 g. 18.00 mm. Superb example, sharply struck with fresh dies. Lightly toned, with iridescent hues. About FDC.
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Lot # 575 - Marcus Aurelius (161-180). AR Denarius, 163-164 AD. Obv. M ANTONINVS AVG GERM TR P XXIX. Laureate head right. Rev. LIBERALITAS AVG VI IMP VII COS III. Liberalitas standing left, holding abacus and cornucopiae. RIC III 320. AR. 2.40 g. 18.00 mm. Superb example with an outstanding cabinet tone with golden hues. Virtually as struck. Hairline flan crack, otherwise. about FDC.
Outstanding Faustina Jr. Sestertius
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Lot # 576 - Faustina II, wife of Marcus Aurelius (died 176 AD). AE Sestertius, struck under Antoninus Pius, 145-161 AD. Obv. Draped bust right. Rev. S - C. Diana, draped, standing front, head left, holding out arrow in right hand and resting left on bow, set on ground. RIC III (A. Pius) 1383. AE. 20.40 g. 31.00 mm. A superb example of enchanting style. Lovely lightly toned orichalcum surfaces. Good VF.
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Lot # 577 - Faustina II, wife of Marcus Aurelius (died 176 AD). AE Sestertius, struck under Marcus Aurelius. Obv. FAVSTINA AVGVSTA. Draped bust right. Rev. DIANA LVCIFERA SC. Diana Lucifera standing right, holding long torch with both hands. RIC III (M. Aurel.) 1630; C. 88. AE. 27.50 g. 33.50 mm. A choice example. Delicate portrait and lovely deep brown patina, with lighter spots on high points. Good VF. Kunst und Munzen A.G. label 1980, Fr. 800.
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Lot # 578 - Lucius Verus (161-169). AR Denarius, after 164-165 AD. Obv. L VERVS AVG ARMENIACVS. Bare head right. Rev. T R P V IMP II COS II. Mars standing right, holding Victory and trophy. RIC III (M.Aurel.) 532; C. 266. AR. 2.86 g. 18.00 mm. Superb example, lightly toned with golden hues. EF/About EF.
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Lot # 579 - Lucius Verus (161-169). AE Sestertius, c. 166 AD. Obv. L VERVS AVG ARM PARTH MAX. Laureate head right. Rev. TR POT VI IMP IIII COS II SC. Victory standing facing, head right, holding palm branch and fixing to palm tree a shield inscribed VIC/PAR. RIC III (M. Aurel.) 1456; C. 250 (Fr. 8). AE. 23.70 g. 30.50 mm. R. Rare and choice choice. Superb portrait and lovely marbled olive green-brown patina, with turquoise spots. About EF/Good VF.
Draped Commodus as Caesar
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Lot # 580 - Commodus as Caesar (175-177). AE As, 172-173 AD. Obv. L AVREL COMMODVS CAES AVG FIL GERM. Draped bust right, head bare. Rev. PRINC IVVENT SC. Commodus standing left, holding branch and spear; on right trophy with arms at foot. RIC III 1519; C. 611. AE. 11.85 g. 28.40 mm. R. A choice example with enchanting portrait. Lovely chocolate patina with green hues. EF/About EF.
Commodus' Medallion
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Lot # 581 - Commodus (177-193). AE Bi-metallic medallion, 186 AD. Obv. M COMMODVS ANTONINV–S PIVS FELIX AVG BRIT. Laureate half-length bust left, seen from behind, holding spear and with aegis on left shoulder. Rev. P M TR P XI IM–P VII COS V P P. Commodus, in military dress, standing left on podium, accompanied by spear carrier, addressing group of six soldiers, each helmeted and with shield; in background, signum, vexillum and aquila; in exergue, FIDES EXERCIT. C. 133; Gnecchi 7 and pl. 78, 8 (these dies); Michelini-Tocci pl. 10, 27; Szaivert 187, 1115. AE. 42.96 g. 37.00 mm. RRR. Extremely rare and charming example. Bold portrait on obverse, iconic scene on reverse. Lovely green patina with darker hues. Good VF. Ex NAC 5, 1992, 510. Ex Munzen & Medaillen 92, 2002, 112. Ex NAC 46, 2008, 609. This bi-metallic medallion featuring Emperor Commodus offers a captivating glimpse into the military prowess and propaganda of his reign. Struck in 186 AD, it portrays Commodus in a laureate half-length bust on the obverse, a characteristic representation of imperial power. The reverse depicts a compelling scene of Commodus in military attire, addressing a group of soldiers, emblematic of his role as commander-in-chief. The inclusion of military insignia and the inscription 'FIDES EXERCIT' (loyalty of the army) underscores the emperor's efforts to cultivate loyalty among his troops. This exceptionally rare medallion not only showcases the artistic prowess of the time but also provides valuable insights into the political and military strategies of Commodus' rule.
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Lot # 582 - Pertinax (193 AD). AR Denarius. Obv. IMP CAES P HELV [P]ERTIN AVG. Laureate head right. Rev. OPI DIVIN TR P COS II. Ops seated left, holding two corn-ears. RIC IV 8a (denarius); C. 33. AR. 3.00 g. 18.00 mm. RR. Very rare and in great conditions for the type. Hairline flan crack. Nicely toned. Charming portrait of fine style. Good VF.
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Lot # 583 - Clodius Albinus (193-197). AR Denarius, 193 AD. Obv. D CL SEPT ALBIN CAES. Bare head right. Rev. PROVID AVG COS. Providentia standing left, holding wand over globe and sceptre. RIC IV 1c; C. 55. AR. 3.05 g. 18.40 mm. R. Rare and choice example. Nicely toned, with iridescent hues. Good VF.
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Lot # 584 - Clodius Albinus as Caesar (193-195). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Obv. D CLOD SEPT ALBIN CAES. Bare head right. Rev. MINER PA-CIF COS II. Minerva standing left, holding olive-branch and shield; spear against left arm. RIC IV 7; C. 48 (Fr. 12). AR. 3.18 g. 18.00 mm. R. Rare and choice. Bold portrait. About EF/Good VF.
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Lot # 585 - Clodius Albinus as Caesar (193-195). AE Sestertius, Rome mint. Obv. D CL SEPT ALBIN CA[ES]. Bare head right. Rev. [FORT REDVCI] COS II SC. Fortuna seated left on chair, holding cornucopiae and rudder set upon globe; wheel below. RIC IV 53. AE. 17.30 g. 29.00 mm. R. Rare. Spectacular bold portrait and lovely green patina. Cleaning marks. About EF/Good VF. With old collector label.
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Lot # 586 - Septimius Severus (193-211). AR Tetradrachm. Laodicea ad Mare. Seleucis and Pieria, c. 208-209 AD. Obv. AVT KAI CЄOYHPOC CЄ. Laureate and draped bust right. Rev. ΔHMAPX ЄΞ VΠA TOC Γ. Eagle standing facing, head and tail left, with wings spread, holding wreath in beak; star between legs. Prieur 1149. AR. 15.22 g. 25.00 mm. A superb example well impressed and lightly toned. A desirable gallery portrait. EF.
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Lot # 587 - Julia Domna, wife of Septimius Severus (died 217 AD). AR Quinarius, struck under Severus, Rome mint, c. 200-211 AD. Obv. IVLIA AVGVSTA. Draped bust right. Rev. IVNO. Juno standing left, holding patera and long scepter; peacock at feet to left. RIC IV (Sept. Sev.) 559; King 3; RSC 83. AR. 1.29 g. 14.80 mm. RR. Very rare, nice portrait. Rough surfaces. VF.
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Lot # 588 - Julia Domna, wife of Septimius Severus (died 217 AD). AE Sestertius. Obv. IVLIA AVGVSTA. Diademed and draped bust right. Rev. IVNONI LVCINAE, S C. Juno seated left, holding flower and swaddled child. RIC IV (Sept. Sev.) 857; C. 94. AE. 24.89 g. 32.50 mm. R. Rare and choice example with bold portrait. Enchanting brown patina with minor reddish and green deposits. EF/About EF. Ex Lanz 123, 2005, 657.
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Lot # 589 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Denarius, 213 AD. Obv. ANTONINVS PIVS AVG BRIT. Laureate head right. Rev. PM TR P XVI COS IIII PP. Serapis standing left, raising right hand and holding sceptre. RIC IV 208; C. 211. AR. 3.55 g. 18.00 mm. Superb example, virtually as struck. Lightly toned, with underlying luster. Minor deposits. About FDC.
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Lot # 590 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Denarius. Rome mint. Struck 210-213 AD. Obv. ANTONINVS PIVS AVG BRIT. Laureate bust right. Rev. PROFECTIO AVG. Caracalla in military dress standing right, holding spear; behind, two standards. RIC IV 225. AR. 3.23 g. 19.00 mm. Scarce. Superb and brilliant. Bold portrait, virtually as struck. Fascinating reverse type. About FDC.
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Lot # 591 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Antoninianus, Rome mint. 215 AD. Obv. ANTONINVS PIVS AVG GERM. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. P M TR P XVIII COS IIII P P. Sol, radiate, mounting quadriga left. RIC IV 265; C. 289. AR. 5.58 g. 23.80 mm. Scarce. Superb example, well centred and virtually as struck. Traces of weak strike. Good EF.
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Lot # 592 - Caracalla (198-217). AE Medallion, Philippopolis mint, Thrace. Pythian Games issue. Obv. ΑVΤ Κ Μ ΑVΡ CΕV ΑΝΤΩΝΕΙΝΟC. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. ΚΟΙΝΟΝ ΘΡΑΚΩΝ ΑΛΕΖΑΝ EΝ / ΦΙΛΙΠ / ΠΟ. Richly ornamented agonistic table; on top, prize crown inscribed ΠVΘΙΑ; below, palm and amphora. Varbanov III 1420. AE. 27.81 g. 35.50 mm. R. Rare. Bold portrait and enchanting dark green patina. About EF. Ex Nummus et Ars 27, 1998, 347.
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Lot # 593 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Tetradrachm, Antioch mint, Seleucis and Pieria, 208-211. Obv. AYT KAI ANTΩNЄINOC CЄB. Laureate head right. Rev. ΔHMAPX EΞ YΠA TO Γ. Eagle standing facing on leg of sacrificial animal, head right, wings open, holding wreath in beak. Prieur 214; McAlee 674. AR. 14.06 g. 25.00 mm. Brilliant example, sound metal. Bold portrait, sharply struck from fresh dies. Good EF. Sold with purchase label, acquired in 1967.
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Lot # 594 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Tetradrachm, Aradus mint. Phoenicia, 215-217 AD. Obv. AYT KAI M A ANTΩNINOC CЄ Δ. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. ΔHMAPX EΞ YΠA TOC T Δ. Eagle standing facing, head and tail right, with wings spread, holding wreath in beak; crescent between legs. Prieur 1263. AR. 12.56 g. 27.50 mm. RRR. Extremely rare and superb. Seldom offered. About EF.
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Lot # 595 - Caracalla (198-217). AR Tetradrachm. Cyprus. Koinon of Cyprus. Obv. AVT KAI ANTωNINOC CЄ. Laureate bust right, with slight drapery. Rev. ΔHMAPX ЄΞ VΠATOC TO Δ. Eagle standing facing on wheat ear, with head left and wings spread. Prieur 1579. AR. 13.55 g. 26.00 mm. RR. Very rare and superb. Sound metal and bright fields. Good EF.
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Lot # 596 - Plautilla (died 212 AD). AR Denarius, Rome mint, 202-205. Obv. PLAVTILLAE AVGVSTAE. Draped bust right, hair coiled in ridges, fastened in bun at back. Rev. CONCORDIAE. Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in extended right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand. RIC IV (Carac.) 360. AR. 2.69 g. 19.00 mm. Bold portrait. Superb example with delicate patina. Virtually as struck from detailed dies. About FDC/Good EF.
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Lot # 597 - Geta (209-212). AE Sestertius, 210 AD. Obv. IMP CAES P SEPT GETA PIVS AVG. Laureate head right. Rev. PONTIF TR P II COS II SC. Caracalla and Geta, both in military attire, standing front face to face, clasping hands and each holding vertical spear, while being crowned respectively by Liber to left and Hercules to right. RIC IV 155. AE. 25.72 g. 32.60 mm. RR. Very rare and fascinating issue. Enchanting emerald green patina. Minor earthy deposits and corrosions. Good VF/VF. This sestertius of Geta, minted in 210 AD, presents an exquisite reverse scene that captures the essence of familial and imperial relations during the Severan era. The reverse portrays a poignant moment between Geta and his brother Caracalla, both clad in military attire, standing face to face and clasping hands in a symbolic gesture of unity and mutual respect. As they exchange a fraternal handshake, they are crowned by Liber and Hercules, further emphasizing their divine and heroic status. This captivating imagery not only highlights the familial dynamics within the imperial household but also underscores the importance of military prowess and unity in the governance of the Roman Empire.
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Lot # 598 - Geta (209-212). AR Tetradrachm. Tyre mint, Phoenicia. Obv. AYT KA ΓЄTAC CЄB. Laureate head right. Rev. ΔHMAPX ЄΞ YΠATOC B. Eagle standing facing on club, wings spread, head left; murex shell between legs. Prieur 1537. AR. 15.45 g. 26.00 mm. Sound metal. With bright fields. EF.
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Lot # 599 - Macrinus (217-218). AR Denarius, December 217 AD. Obv. IMP C M OPEL SEV MACRINVS AVG. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. PM TR P II COS P P. Annona standing left, holding corn-ears and cornucopiae; at her feet, modius containing corn-ears. RIC IV 26; C. 47. AR. 3.42 g. 19.40 mm. Scarce. Bold portrait. Superb example with bright fields. Virtually as struck. About FDC.
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Lot # 600 - Macrinus (217-218). AR Tetradrachm. Seleucia Pieria mint. Seleucis and Pieria. Obv. AYT K M OΠ CЄ MAKPINOC CЄB. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑ ΤΟ. eagle standing facing on thunderbolt with handle, head right, with wings spread, holding wreath in beak. Prieur 1190. AG. 13.67 g. 26.00 mm. Superb, sound metal. With bright fields. EF.

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