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Didius Julianus. Æ Sestertius (24.35 g), AD 193. Rome. IMP CAES M DID SEVER IVLIAN AVG, laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Didius Julianus right. Reverse: RECTOR ORBIS around, S C across field, emperor standing facing, head left, holding globe and roll. RIC 16b; BMC 31 (same rev. die). Oustanding portrait on a full round flan. Rough surfaces, predominantly on the reverse. Choice Very Fine / Fine. Estimated Value $1,500 - UP
An extremely wealthy senator, Didius Julianus purchased his elevation to the imperial throne at an auction held by Praetorian Guard. This disgrace set off a series of revolts in several parts of the Roman world, with Septimius Severus eventually becoming the successful contender to the throne after much bloodshed.
Peter Corcoran Collection, Ex Tony Hardy Collection (CNG 67, 22 September 2004), 1606.
An extremely wealthy senator, Didius Julianus purchased his elevation to the imperial throne at an auction held by Praetorian Guard. This disgrace set off a series of revolts in several parts of the Roman world, with Septimius Severus eventually becoming the successful contender to the throne after much bloodshed.
Peter Corcoran Collection, Ex Tony Hardy Collection (CNG 67, 22 September 2004), 1606.