Lot 159: Libius Severus. A.D. 461-465. Æ minim. Roma. Fair/VF, brown patina. Very rare and historically important type depicting the monogram of Ricimer.

AUCTION: ACCG 1st Annual Benefit Auction (Auction 211)

Description

Libius Severus. A.D. 461-465. Æ minim (9 mm, 0.83 g, 7'). Roma. Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right; no legend visible / Monogram of Ricimer. RIC 2715; LRBC 871. Fair/VF, brown patina. Very rare and historically important type depicting the monogram of Ricimer.

Libius Severus was a Roman non-entity and the puppet of the generalissimo Ricimer. Little is known about him except that he died of natural causes in 465, a remarkable achievement for western emperor during this period.

Donated by: Delane and Rachelle Hewett, Realms

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 159
Listing #: 198019
Closed: Sunday, August 17, 2008 7:38:00 PM CT
Estimate: $500

Sold Winning Bid: $855
30 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 159
Listing #: 198019
Closed: Sunday, August 17, 2008 7:38:00 PM CT
Estimate: $500