MANLIA SCANTILLA (WIFE OF DIDIUS JULIANUS). AE Sestertius (19.61 gms), Rome Mint, struck under Didius Julianus, A.D. 193. NGC VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Scratches & Smoothing.
RIC-18a (Julianus). Obverse: Draped bust right; Reverse: Juno standing left, holding patera and scepter; to left, peacock standing left, head upturned right. Though exhibiting some minor smoothing and light scratches, this glossy green example offers exceptional quality for this brief empress. Not often encountered any finer, this specimen is sure to be on the list of anyone seeking an advanced collection of Roman sestertii.
Ex: Gemini VI (1/2010) Lot # 473.
Estimate: $6000.00- $9000.00