AURELIAN, A.D. 270-275. AV Aureus (5.71 gms), Antioch or Tripolis Mint. NGC MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5.
RIC-379; Calico-4058a. "IMP AVRELIANVS AVG" Laureate and cuirassed bust of Aurelian facing right; Reverse: "VIRTVS ILLVRICI" Mars advancing right, holding spear and trophy, at foot, captive seated. An exquisite example, featuring a great strike and bright luster. Minor patches of iridescent tone liven up the surfaces. Highly attractive. NGC MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5.
Estimate: $10000.00- $14000.00