Pergamon (AD 218-222) AE 42 - Elagabalus

Elagabalus, 218-222 AD. AE42 - Medallion (36.00g, 6h). Ti. Claudius Alexander, theologos and strategus. Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right; countermark: animal suckling infant in incuse circle / Hercules advancing right, holding raised club and lion skin, fighting Amazon (Hippolyte) standing right; name in legend. VF, red and brown patina, rough. Extremely rare.

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City/Mint name:	Pergamon
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Keywords:	roman / bronze
References:	For coin: SNG France 2259 (same dies); for countermark: Howgego 318
Valuation:	CNG Auc. 79 (9/2008), lot 585 ($4,270 + comm)
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Date added:	Nov 26, 2008
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