Achaia, Aigeira, Plautilla
Description:
Achaia, Aigeira, Plautilla (202 - 205 AD). ΦOΥΛBIA PLAUTILLA CEB; draped bust of Plautilla right, with hair in bun / AIΓEIPATWN; Tyche standing facing, head left, holding sceptre and cornucopiae.
Diameter:
AE28 mm
Weight:
4,3 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
cf. NCP p. 20, 17
Commentary:
rare; green patina, sharp details, slightly off-center
History:
In 205 AD after her father was condemned to death for treason, Plautilla with her small daughter was exiled and some years later, after a harsh treatment, she und her daughter were strangled.
Article Number:
034-03-06-41652