Ancients
Antoninus Pius (AD 138-161). AV aureus (20mm, 7.19 gm, 6h). NGC Choice AU★ 5/5 - 5/5, Fine Style. Rome, AD 145-161. ANTONINVS AVG PI-VS P P TR P COS IIII, laureate, cuirassed bust of Antoninus Pius right, seen from behind / Minerva standing facing, head left, Victory facing with laurel in extended right hand, left hand resting on grounded shield, spear against left arm. RIC III 158d. Calicó 1458. Very rare. A superb portrait style with a most unusual bust type for Pius.
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Estimate: 10000-15000 USD