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LOT 2756
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Maximinus II - Genius Follis 305-306 A.D.
Antioch mint. Obv: GAL VAL MAXIMINVS NOB CAES legend with laureate bust right. Rev: GENIO POPVLI ROMANI legend with Genius standing left holding flowing patera and cornucopia; A in right field, mintmark ANT• in exergue. Near very fine.(9.95 grams.). [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired Kleeford Auctions.
Property of a Kent gentleman.
Literature
RIC vi, pp.624-625, 71; Sear 14751.
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LOT 2756
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Maximinus II - Genius Follis
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
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