Egypt, Alexandria, Carus
120,00 €
Description
Egypt, Alexandria, Carus (282 – 283 AD). BI Tetradrachm, Alexandria mint. A K M A KAPOC CEB; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right / Eagle standing right, wreath in beak, palm-branch behind, L A (year) in fields.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | BI20 |
| Weight [g]: | 8,02 |
| Grade: | gVF/EF |
| Attribution: | Milne 4670; Curtis 1903; Geissen 3159; BMC 2442; SNG Cop 946 |
| Commentary: | choice for this type, perfect centering, great patina and sharp details |
Historical Context
In the words of his own secretary, Carus died lying sick in his tent struck by lightning.
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