| Classical Numismatic Group > Auction 126 | Auction date: 28 May 2024 |
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| Lot description: Allectus. Romano-British Emperor, AD 293-296. Antoninianus (20mm, 4.38 g, 6h). Londinium (London) mint. IMP C ALLECTVS P F AVG, radiate and cuirassed bust left, holding spear over shoulder and shield / LAETITIA AVG, Laetitia standing left, holding wreath and anchor; S|A//ML. RIC V.5 114 (forthcoming); RIC V 22; cf. Burnett, Coinage 5-8 (for similar issues); SCBC 684. Rough dark brown-red patina, reverse slightly off center. Good VF. Extremely rare. Only seven examples noted in RIC V.5. A wonderful and detailed bust. From the Dr. Malcolm Lyne Collection. Ex Numismatica Ars Classica 39 (16 May 2007), lot 181 (hammer CHF 2500); purchased from Harlan J. Berk. Estimate: 1000 USD |  |
