Claudius. AD 41-54. AV Aureus (18.5mm, 7.60 g, 6h). Rome mint. Struck AD 46-47. Good Fine.Electronic Auction 571 – Session 2 Roman Imperial, Gold Sold For $ 4 500. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Claudius. AD 41-54. AV Aureus (18.5mm, 7.60 g, 6h). Rome mint. Struck AD 46-47. Laureate head right / DE BRITANN on architrave, triumphal arch, surmounted by an equestrian statue of Claudius left, between two trophies. RIC I 33; von Kaenel Type 27 (unlisted dies); Calicó 349a; SCBC 633; Elkins, Monuments Figure 75. A few minor marks and scratches, edge mark. Good Fine. This architectural reverse celebrates Claudius’ overthrow of Britain which commenced in AD 43. |