The Roman Empire
Lucius Verus, 161-169. Aureus, Roma 166, AV 7.23 g.
Description: L VERVS AVG ARM PARTH MAX Laureate and cuirassed bust l., seen from back. Rev. TR P VI IMP IIII COS II Victory, half-draped, standing r., placing a shield inscribed VIC / PAR on a palm tree.
References: C –
BMC M. Aurelius 430 note
RIC –, cf. 565 var. (also draped)
Calicó 2192 (these dies)
Condition:Very rare. An unusual and interesting portrait struck in high relief. Extremely fine