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LOT 3028

Tetricus II, as Caesar, BI Antoninianus. AD 273-274.

Uncertain British(?) mint. Contemporary local imitation. [...] PIVS [...], radiate and draped bust to right / Stylised figure standing facing, holding spear with right hand and branch with left. Very Fine. Light green patina; edge chipped. Very interesting reverse type.(1.77gr, 17mm, 3h.).

Provenance

Found in Wiltshire, UK, before 1974.

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Unusual Reverse Type

LOT 3028

Tetricus II, as Caesar, BI Antoninianus.

Sold for (Inc. bp): £13

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