SOLD Ancient Roman provincial of Smyrna

Discussion in 'For Sale' started by Valentinian, Jan 16, 2016.

  1. Valentinian

    Valentinian Well-Known Member

    I just now added this rare Provincial coin to my site:
    Anonymous Roman Provincial of Smyrna, Ionia. c. 238-244 AD
    25 mm.
    I think it is unlisted in major references, but a bit like von Aulock 2196 (time of Valerian) and having obverse legend of Sear Greek Imperial 4955.
    Bust of the Roman Senate right "Sacred Senate" IEPACY NKAHTOC
    Tyche with patera and cornucopiae
    CMVPNAI ΩN G N EOK ΩP C N in field. High grade and good surfaces and centering for the era. Resembles, but not the same as, CNG 72 lot 1164 at $400+. [$75 + 3 shipping in the US]

    IMG_2231 copy.jpg IMG_2232 copy.jpg

    See here for more ancient coins:
    http://augustusmath.hypermart.net/coinlist.html
     

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