Balbinus, 238. Sestertius (Orichalcum, 30 mm, 17.62 g, 11 h), Rome, April-May 238. IMP CAES D CAEL BALBINVS AVG Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Balbinus to right. Rev. PROVIDENTIA DEORVM S C Providentia standing to left, holding cornucopia in her left hand and wand in her right; at her feet to left, globe. Banti 8. BMC 34-5. Cohen 24. RIC 19. An attractive sestertius with a pleasing brown patina. Very fine.

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