Lot 37: EGYPT. Alexandria. Faustina II, daughter of Antoninus Pius. Augusta, 147-176 AD. Æ Obol. Dated Year 21 (157/8 AD). Unpublished.

AUCTION: Beasley Campgate Collection (Auction 234)

Description

EGYPT. Alexandria. Faustina II, daughter of Antoninus Pius. Augusta, 147-176 AD. Æ Obol (17mm - 4.21 g). Dated Year 21 (157/8 AD). Draped bust right / Modius between two torches; LK in exegrue, A in right field. Köln -; Dattari -; Milne -; K&G -; Emmett 2034 var. (unlisted for this year). VF, grayish-green patina, minor roughness.

Evidently an unpublished year for this rare denomination and type. Emmett records this type for years 12 and 22, both are listed as R5 varieties. There are no obols of Faustina on Coin Archives and none in CNG's archives.

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 37
Listing #: 227675
Closed: Thursday, October 8, 2009 6:12:00 PM CT
Estimate: $150

Sold Winning Bid: $137
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 37
Listing #: 227675
Closed: Thursday, October 8, 2009 6:12:00 PM CT
Estimate: $150