Lot 85: Syria, Seleucis and Pieria. Antiochia ad Orontem. Antoninus Pius. A.D. 138-161. Æ as. Contemporary imitation(?). VF, attractive dark desert-green and brown patina. 
AUCTION: ACCG 3rd Annual Benefit Auction (Auction 253)
- Sold Winning Bid: $46
- 2 Bid(s)
Syria, Seleucis and Pieria. Antiochia ad Orontem. Antoninus Pius. A.D. 138-161. Æ as (19 mm, 6.30 g, 11 h). Contemporary imitation(?). ...TI A A ANTΩ..., laureate head of Antoninus Pius right / S · C within laurel wreath with medallion at the top; in field, Є; below, eagle standing facing with wings displayed, head right. McAlee -; cf. Butcher 319. VF, attractive dark desert-green and brown patina.
A note on the back of the collector's ticket that comes with this lot mentions that the coin was exhibited at the CPAC hearing on Italy that took place on 8 September 2005. If for no other reason than this, this coin should command a strong bid as it is a piece of historical memorabilia in the fight to protect collector rights!
Donated by: Peter Tompa, Washington, D.C.
- Offered By: VAuctions
- Lot #: 85
- Listing #: 182458
- Closed: Thursday, October 7, 2010 7:48:00 PM CT
- Estimate: $75