Lucilla; AE Sestertius; Vesta
140,00 €
Description
Lucilla (161 – 169 AD), wife of Lucius Verus. AE Sestertius, Rome mint 164-166 AD. LVCILLAE AVG ANTONINI AVG F; draped bust right / VESTA; Vesta standing left, sacrificing from simpulum over lighted altar and holding Palladium, S-C.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE31 |
| Weight [g]: | 27,40 |
| Grade: | aVF/aVF |
| Attribution: | RIC 1779 |
| Commentary: | brown patina, good details, full legends; including collector's original card with detailed description and photos |
Historical Context
The temple of Vesta was the only ancient temple in Rome to be built in a round shape and covered with a dome to protect the sacred fire from rain.
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