★ A beautifully toned and sharply struck denarius of Diva Paulina ★

Diva Paulina, died before 235. Denarius (Silver, 21 mm, 3.74 g, 1 h), Rome, 236-238. DIVA PAVLINA Veiled and draped bust of Diva Paulina to right. Rev. CONSECRATIO Diva Paulina, raising her right hand and holding long scepter in her left, reclining left on peacock flying to right. BMC 127. Cohen 2. RIC 2. Beautifully toned and very sharp, a very attractive piece. Very minor deposits, otherwise, good extremely fine.

From the collection of Regierungsrat Dr. iur. Hans Krähenbühl, privately acquired from Bank Leu on 29 June 1966 (with a photocopy of the original invoice enclosed).