The Roman Empire
Marcus Aurelius augustus, 161 – 180. Aureus, Roma 161, AV 7.38 g.
Description: IMP CAES M AVREL ANTONINVS AVG Bare head r. Rev. CONCORDIAE AVGVSTOR TR P XV M. Aurelius and L. Verus standing, facing each other with clasped hands; Aurelius holds roll. In exergue, COS III. References: C 70
BMC 7
RIC 8
Calicó 1822a (these dies) Condition: In extraordinary condition. A very interesting and intriguing reverse composition. Virtually as struck and Fdc Provenance: Jean Vinchon sale 1988, 605
51 Gallery sale October 2014, 71
Privately purchased from Tradart