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LOT 2797
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Gallienus - Sol AR Antoninianus 260-268 A.D.
Rome, joint reign. Obv: IMP CP LIC GALLIENVS PF AVG, radiate, cuirassed bust right. Rev: PM TR P IIII COS III PP, Sol walking left, holding whip and raising right hand. Extremely fine with a softer reverse.(3.28 grams, 21 mm.). [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired since the 1970s.
From the private collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
Literature
RIC V-1 (J); Rome 119.
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LOT 2797
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Gallienus - Sol AR Antoninianus
Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
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