Maximinus I, 235-238. Sestertius (Orichalcum, 28 mm, 24.24 g, 1 h), Rome, 237-238. MAXIMINVS PIVS AVG GERM Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Maximinus I to right, seen from behind. Rev. SALVS AVGVSTI / S C Salus seated left, feeding serpent, rising from altar, out of patera with her right hand and leaning with her left elbow on throne. BMC 175. Cohen 92. MIR 24-5/C. RIC 85. A beautiful piece with a lovely brown patina and a bold portrait. Minor deposits and with light adjustment marks on the obverse, otherwise, extremely fine.

From the Lucien Birkler Collection.