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. Caracalla, 198 – 217. Description Sestertius, Roma 215, Æ 30 mm, 21,97 g. M AVREL ANTONINVS PIVS AVG GERM. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust r. Rev. P M TR P XVIII IMP III COS IIII P P / S – C Asclepius standing facing, head l., holding serpent-entwined staff; in l. field, Telesphorus standing facing; globe to r. Reference C 329 BMC 279 note RIC 538b Condition A bold portrait of fine style and a superb dark green patina, minor area of weakness on reverse, otherwise good extremely fine Estimate: 3000 CHF |