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LOT 3639
Severus Alexander AE Sestertius. AD 232. Rome mint.
IMP ALEXAN-DER PIVS AVG, laureate, draped and cuirassed bust to right / MARS VLTOR, Mars advancing to right, carrying spear and shield; S C across fields. RIC IV 635; Cohen 169; BMCRE 845. Extremely Fine. Well-struck with an attractive dark green patina.(23.03gr, 32mm, 12h.).
Provenance
Collection of J.F.
Ex J. Vinchon Sale, 22–24 February 1971, no.462.
Accompanied by its original label.
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LOT 3639
Severus Alexander AE Sestertius.
Estimate £750 - 850€870 - 990 (for guidance only)$1,010 - 1,150 (for guidance only)
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