Description: Lucius Verus (161 - 169 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint 166 AD. L VERVS AVG ARM PARTH MAX; laureate head right / TR POT VII IMP IIII COS II; Victory standing facing, head right, holding palm frond and placing shield inscribed VIC PAR on palm tree, S-C.

Diameter: AE29 mm

Weight: 20,74 g

Grade: VF/aVF

Attribution: RIC (Aurelius) 1457; Banti 142

Commentary: dark brown patina with lighter highlights, good details

History: Lucius Verus was notorious for his love of luxury, but also for his organizing skills and leadership qualities.

Article Number: 033-04-05-41652