Lot 2456
Antoninus Pius, AD 138-161. AR Denarius minted at Rome, AD 160-161. Laureate head right of Antoninus Pius. Reverse: Liberalitas standing left, holding account-board and cornucopiae. RIC 308 [as Scarce]; C. 150. NGC graded MS: Strike 5/5; Surface 5/5.
The reverse allegorical personification on this coin portrays Liberality, who is shown holding the account-board or tablet (tessera) and cornucopiae, horn of plenty. This is one of the final issues of denarii struck under this emperor.
Estimated Value $200 - 250.
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| Realized $322 |
