Lot 509:
Marcus Aurelius (161-180). AE Sestertius, 172-173. Obv. M ANTONINVS AVG TR P XXVII. Laureate and cuirassed bust right. Rev. RELIG AVG (in exergue) IMP VI COS III SC. Mercury standing left on pedestal, holding caduceus and purse, within a tetrastyle temple. On tympanum, a tortoise, cock, ram, caduceus, winged helmet and purse. RIC III 1075; C. 535. 21.36 g. 30.5 mm. R. Rare and fascinating issue. About VF.