NERO, A.D. 54-68. AE Sestertius (25.36 gms), Lugdunum Mint, ca. A.D. 65. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5. Die Shift.

RIC-389. Obverse: Laureate head left; Reverse: Annona standing right, holding cornucopia, right hand on hip; facing Ceres seated left, holding grain ears, ship and alter in background, SC in exergue. The fullest epitome of the word survivor, this example is in a condition far surpassing the majority of Roman bronzes. Deep moss green color melds with the chocolate brown surfaces in a look of sublime antiquate beauty. No evidence of scratch or porosity breaks the glossy sheen, and the die shift on the reverse is minor and not distracting. An exceptional example for those interested in Roman numismatics, as very few beautifully collectible Sestertii reach the secondary market.

Ex: T. R. Fehrenbach Collection. Ex: Lanz 138 (11/2007) Lot # 581. Ex: Numismatica Ars Classica 40 (5/2007) Lot # 664.