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January 2022 NYINC Auction 14-16 Jan 2022
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HERENNIA ETRUSCILLA, WIFE OF TRAJAN DECIUS. AV Aureus (4.61 gms), Rome Mint, A.D. 250. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Brushed.
RIC-59a (Decius); Calico-3308. Obverse: HER ETRVSCILLA AVG, diademed and draped bust right; Reverse: PVDICIT-IA AVG, Pudicitia seated left on throne, drawing veil and holding scepter. While this beauty has had a noted brushing and some edge marks, neither detract from the absolutely stunning nature of this third century Roman gold issue featuring a brief empress. With a flawless strike and strong luster, this specimen certainly is well above average.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000
RIC-59a (Decius); Calico-3308. Obverse: HER ETRVSCILLA AVG, diademed and draped bust right; Reverse: PVDICIT-IA AVG, Pudicitia seated left on throne, drawing veil and holding scepter. While this beauty has had a noted brushing and some edge marks, neither detract from the absolutely stunning nature of this third century Roman gold issue featuring a brief empress. With a flawless strike and strong luster, this specimen certainly is well above average.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000