Classical Numismatic Group > Electronic Auction 217 | Auction date: 26 August 2009 |
Lot number: 274 | |
Lot description: Roman Provincial IONIA, Smyrna. Gordian III. AD 238-244. Æ 6 Assaria (29mm, 14.76 g, 12h). Homonoia with Philadelphia in Lydia. Pollianos, strategos. Struck AD 238-240. Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / The Amazon Smyrna standing right, foot on prow, holding bipennis over shoulder and clasping hand of Tyche of Philadelphia standing left, holding scepter. Klose group B, 3 (V2/R3); Franke & Nollé 2251-2 (same dies); RPC VII 332 (A4/R1). VF, green patina, rough surfaces. Estimate: $150 |