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LOT 2642
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Vitellius -Victory AE As January-July 69 A.D.
Tarraco mint. Obv: A VITELLIVS IMP GERMAN legend with laureate bust left. Rev: VICTORIA AVGVSTI legend with Victory alighting left with wings spread holding shield inscribed SP / Q R in two line; S - C across fields. Near extremely fine. Scarce.(9.31 grams.).
Provenance
Ex UK private collection.
Literature
RIC 46; BMC 107; Sear 2219.
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LOT 2642
Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Vitellius -Victory AE As
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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