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LOT 2744
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Postumus - Pax AR Antoninianus 260-265 A.D.
Lugdunum mint. Obv: IMP POSTVMVS P F AVG legend with radiate and draped bust right. Rev: PAX AVG legend with Pax standing left holding olive-branch and sceptre. Extremely fine.(2.85 grams.). [No Reserve]
Provenance
Property of a North London gentleman.
Literature
RIC 78; RSC 220; Sear 10966.
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LOT 2744
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Postumus - Pax AR Antoninianus
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
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