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LOT 2490
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Julia Soaemias - Venus AR Denarius 2nd-3rd century A.D.
Mother of Elagabalus, Rome mint. Obv: IVLIA SOAEMIAS AVG legend with draped bust right. Rev: VENVS CAELESTIS legend with Venus seated left holding apple and sceptre with child standing right before. Very fine; striking crack to flan.(2.82 grams.).
Provenance
Ex 19th century European collection with old ticket.
Property of a North London gentleman.
Literature
RIC 243; BMC 55; RSC 14; Sear 7720.
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LOT 2490
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Julia Soaemias - Venus AR Denarius
Estimate £60 - 80€70 - 93 (for guidance only)$81 - 108 (for guidance only)
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