ROMAN EMPIRE
MARCUS AURELIUS, A.D. 161-180. Sestertius (24.17 gms), Rome Mint, A.D. 163-164.
RIC-863. Laureate and cuirassed bust of Marcus Aurelius right; Reverse: Mars standing right holding spear and resting hand on grounded shield.
Well rendered portrait of good style. Dark green patina with chocolate brown highlights, a hint of light porosity on the reverse.NEARLY EXTREMELY FINE.
Estimate: $300