Lot 2160
Antoninus Pius. Æ Sestertius (26.07 g), AD 138-161. Rome, AD 158. Laureate head of Antoninus Pius right. Reverse: TEMPLVM DIV AVG REST, cult images of Divus Augustus and Diva Livia within octastyle temple set on podium of four steps; figure of Divus Augustus between two reclining figures on pediment, quadriga at top of roofline, acroteria (Romulus on left, Aeneas bearing Anchises on right) at bottom of roofline. RIC 1004; Banti 406. Rare. Light brown river patina. Very Fine. Estimate Value $500 - 600
Ex CNG Auction 247, lot 287 (realized $1300).
Struck in honor for the restoration of the Temple of Divus Augustus.
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