Aurelian, 270-275. Aureus (Gold, 19.5 mm, 5.26 g, 2 h), Rome, October - December 270. IMP C DOM AURELIANVS P F AVG Laureate, slightly draped and cuirassed bust of Aurelian to right. Rev. VIRTVS AVG Mars advancing to right, holding transverse spear in his right hand and a trophy in his left. BN -. Calicó 4045 (as R3). Cohen -. Estiot 6. RIC 97 (R2). RIC Online 1570. A very rare variation, and only the second example of this sub-type offered in the last 30 years. Some mount marks on the edge, otherwise, nearly extremely fine.