Vespasian. AD 69-79. AV Aureus (18mm, 7.03 g, 6h). Uncertain Spanish mint (Tarraco?). Struck circa late AD 69-70. VF.Electronic Auction 571 – Session 2 Roman Imperial, Gold Sold For $ 2 500. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Vespasian. AD 69-79. AV Aureus (18mm, 7.03 g, 6h). Uncertain Spanish mint (Tarraco?). Struck circa late AD 69-70. Laureate head right / Mars Ultor advancing right, holding transverse spear and trophy over shoulder. RIC II.1 1297; CSB Au-2 (dies A2/Rma3); Calicó 651 (same dies as illustration). Slightly granular surfaces, chemically cleaned at one time. Not suitable for encapsulation. VF. |