Marcus Aurelius. Gold Aureus (7.11 g), as Caesar, AD 138-161. Rome, under Antoninus Pius, AD 159/60. AVRELIVS CAES AVG P II F, bare-headed bust right, slight drapery on shoulders. Reverse: TR POT XIIII C-OS II, Mars, helmeted, advancing right, holding transverse spear and trophy over shoulder. RIC 481a; BMC 994; Calicó 1973 (same obv. die). Fine style portrait with underlying luster present. Edge filing at 6 o'clock. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $3,500 - UP
Peter Corcoran Collection, Ex CNG 102, lot 990.