Postumus; AE Double Sestertius; Fides
Description:
Postumus (260 - 269 AD). AE Double Sestertius, Lugdunum mint. IMP C M CASS LAT POSTVMVS P F AVG; radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right / FIDES MILITVM; Fides standing facing, head left, holding two standards.
Diameter:
AE30 mm
Weight:
15,16 g
Grade:
aVF/Fair
Attribution:
RIC 123
Commentary:
Tiber patina, good portrait
History:
Ignoring the invitation of rebelious Aureolus in 268 AD Postumus failed to take advantage of great opportunity to march on Rome.
Article Number:
028-02-02-44656