132: Roman Empire. Gallienus, 253-268 AD. Gold Aureus - eBay 

Closed at:US $7,500.00

Auction Date:May-26-08 10:00:00 PDT

Roman Empire. Gallienus, 253-268 AD. Gold Aureus (3.17 g),
Rome mint, struck c. 265-266 AD. Bearded head left, wearing a
wreath of grain leaves. Reverse: Gallienus in military attire
left, holding globe and scepter, is being crowned by Victory,
who stands behind him, holding palm branch and wreath; VICT -
ORIA AV - G. RIC 81; MIR 692b; Calicó 3614; C. 1112. Well
struck, with very elegant portrait typical of this issue. Some
very slight deposits. Choice Extremely Fine. Rare.
Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000.

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