Lot 2259
Diadumenian. Æ Sestertius (21.95 g), as Caesar, AD 217-218. Rome. M OPEL ANTONINVS DIADVMENIANVS CAES, bare-headed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Diadumenian right. Reverse: PRINC IVVENTVTIS, S C in exergue, prince standing facing, head right, holding legionary eagle and baton; behind, legionary eagle and standard. RIC 211; BMC 149. Very rare. A lovely example well struck on a full flan. Lovely glossy reddish-brown patina. Light smoothing in the fields. Extremely Fine. Estimate Value $2,500 - 3,000
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