Numismatica Ars Classica > Auction 144 with CNG & NGSA | Auction date: 8 May 2024 |
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Lot description: The Geoffrey Cope Collection of Ancient Greek and Roman Bronzes. The Roman Empire. Marcus Aurelius caesar, 139 – 161. Description Sestertius, Roma 145, Æ 32 mm, 24.86 g. AVRELIVS CAES – AR AVG PII F COS II Bare headed bust r. Rev. S – C Minerva advancing r., brandishing spear and holding shield. Reference C 576 BMC A. Pius 1776 RIC A. Pius 1243a. Condition A lovely portrait of fine style and a wonderful emerald green patina. Extremely fine Provenance NAC sale 18, 2000, 546 CNG sale 64, 2003, 1097 Triton sale VIII, 2005, 1145 NAC sale 51, 2009, 301. Estimate: 5000 CHF |