AEMILIAN, A.D. 252-253. AR Double Denarius (Antoninianus), Rome Mint, A.D. 253. NGC VF.
RIC-10; RSC-47. Obverse: Radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right; Reverse: Spes advancing left. This problem-free example yields steely surfaces and consistent wear with some charcoal black deposits in the recesses. Rather SCARCE and difficult.
Estimate: $75 - $150