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Numismatic and History Discussion Forums => Coin of the Day => Topic started by: kc on December 24, 2015, 03:27:14 am
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Hello,
this sestertius is Special for me because of its heavy flan and the absolutely centered strike,
so that the outer ring of the die is seen.
Beside that it has a pleasant emerald patina and a good "auction background".
Gordianus Pius Sestertius
Obv. IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG, Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right.
Rev. FELICITAS TEMPORVM S C, Felicitas standing facing, head l., holding caduceus and sceptre.
Mint: Rome, 241-243 AD.
32-34mm 28.25g
C 82, RIC 330
Ex. Numismatica Ars Classica, Auction 54, 24th March 2010, Lot 1284.
Ex. Gorny & Mosch, Auction 211, 4th March 2013, Lot 658.
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-125874
Best regards,
kc