Roman Severus Alexander - Virtus - Sestertius > Lot No. 0144

Description:
228 AD, Rome mint. Obv: IMP SEV ALEXANDER AVG legend with laureate head right. Rev: VIRTVS AVGVSTI, S-C legend with Virtus standing right, holding spear and resting hand on shield.

Measurements:
24.32 grams.

Condition:
Good very fine, scarce thus.

References:
Sear 8023A; Cohen 588; RIC IV-2, 623; See Wildwinds.com (this coin).

Estimate: £80 - 120 (EUR 100 - 150; USD 130 - 190)

Auction date: Wednesday 14th March 2012 - Coins & 15-16 March 2012 - Antiquities at The Swedenborg Hall >> Coins & Antiquities

Sold for: £80