Spectacular Claudius' Portrait
Claudius (41-54). AE As, c. 42-43 AD. Obv. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG P M TR P IMP. Bare head left. Rev. S C across field, Minerva advancing right, brandishing spear and holding round shield. RIC I (2nd ed.) 100. 14.50 g. 30.00 mm. An outstanding example. Bold impressive portrait and lovely dark olive green patina. Very slightly pitted reverse fields, otherwise. EF.