The Roman Empire
Julia Soemias, mother of Elagabalus. Sestertius 218-222, Æ 21.32 g. Diademed and draped bust r. Rev. Venus standing l., holding apple and sceptre. C 11. RIC Elagabalus 402.
Dark green patina somewhat smoothed on reverse, otherwise very fine
Ex Christie's sale 30 May 1949, Earl Fitzwilliam 207.