Ephesos (AD 222-235) AE 17 - Severus Alexander

Severus Alexander, 222-235 AD. AE17 (2.54g, 5h). Laureate and draped bust right, seen from behind / Two naked children tossing astragaloi before cult statue of Diana (Artemis) Ephesia flanked by crescent and star. Good VF, dark green patina under earthen deposits, minor obverse die break. Very rare.

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Filename:	2160335.jpg
City/Mint name:	Ephesos
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Keywords:	roman / bronze
References:	SNG Copenhagen 465
Valuation:	CNG Elec. Auc. 216 (9/2009), lot 335 ($340 + comm)
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Date added:	Aug 03, 2010
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