Lot 153: CARACALLA. Circa 4th Century AD. Æ Contorniate.

AUCTION: Sale 231

Description

CARACALLA. Circa 4th Century AD. Æ Contorniate (38mm - 24.94 g). ANTONINVS PIVS AVG, laureate and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind; palm engraved before with traces of silver inlay / Charioteer standing facing, head turned right, holding whip in raised right hand, palm in left. Alföldi 416. Fine, dark brown and green patina, some light scratches.

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 153
Listing #: 223102
Closed: Thursday, July 30, 2009 10:04:00 PM CT
Estimate: $500

Sold Winning Bid: $420
5 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 153
Listing #: 223102
Closed: Thursday, July 30, 2009 10:04:00 PM CT
Estimate: $500