Allectus; AE Quinarius, Londinium; galley
Description:
Allectus (293 - 296 AD). AE Quinarius, Londinium (London) mint. IMP C ALLECTVS P F AVG; radiate and cuirassed bust right / VIRTVS AVG; galley left, no mast, with waves below; QL in ex.
Diameter:
AE19 mm
Weight:
2,38 g
Grade:
gF/gF
Attribution:
RIC 55; Kampm.125.29
Commentary:
rare with no mast and rigging; dark brown patina, some roughness on obverse
History:
Allectus assasinated the former rebel emperor Carausius.
Article Number:
044-01-03-44531