Lot 67: ELAGABALUS. 218-222 AD. AR Denarius. Rome mint. Struck 220-222 AD.

AUCTION: Sale 214

Description

ELAGABALUS. 218-222 AD. AR Denarius (20mm - 3.19 g). Rome mint. Struck 220-222 AD. IMP ANTONINVS PIVS AVG, laureate, horned and draped bust right / SACERD DEI SOLIS ELAGAB, Elagabalus standing right, holding branch(?) and sacrificing from patera over lighted altar; small star behind, large star before. RIC IV 134 var.; BMCRE 225 note var.; RSC 249a. FDC, bold strike on a choice flan. Exceptional.

Rarely do I use the grade FDC, but this coin is outstanding.

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 67
Listing #: 201911
Closed: Thursday, October 16, 2008 7:12:00 PM CT
Estimate: $300

Sold Winning Bid: $305
3 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 67
Listing #: 201911
Closed: Thursday, October 16, 2008 7:12:00 PM CT
Estimate: $300