The Roman Empire
Balbinus, 22 April – 29 July 238
Balbinus has one very distinct portrait type and deviations are rare. The artistic quality of his portraits does differ considerably during those troublesome days, making it worth looking for really good specimens. AMP. Denarius 238, AR 3.05 g. IMP C D C AEL BALBINVS AVG Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust r. Rev. IOVI CONSE – RVATORI Jupiter standing l., holding thunderbolt and sceptre. C 8. BMC 22. RIC 2.
Bold portrait struck on a very large flan. Virtually as struck An exceptionally sharp and very well executed portrait of Balbinus. AMP.