Ancient Coins, Numismatic Books

Severus Alexander (222-235), Severus Alexander (222-235), Pontus, Amasia, Æ 38, yr 10 [232-3], laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind, rev. high altar upon which eagle stands facing, Sol in facing quadriga above, holding whip, tree to left, 25.35g/7h (Lindgren 17; SNG von Aulock 43). Extremely fine, dark green-brown patina (£150-200)

Provenance:
I. Johnson Collection