Ancients
Claudius (AD 41-54). Orichalcum dupondius (13.20 gm). Rome or Gallic "branch mint," AD 42-54. Bare head of Claudius left / Ceres, veiled and draped, seated left on ornamental throne, holding two stalks of grain and long torch; S C across field. RIC 110. RCV 1856. Dark brown patina over lightly toned brassy surfaces. NGC Choice VF 4/5 - 3/5.
Estimate: 500-700 USD