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cast Aemilian VOTIS DECENNA LIBVS sestertius
« on: June 15, 2018, 10:48:29 AM »
This cast was in a large group of 2nd- 3rd century bronzes from an auction win. It is a rare type, so it would be nice if it was authentic. Unfortunately it is about 2/3 normal weight, with soft features, a slick soapy surface and casting pits.


Aemilian
A.D. 253
Ӕ Sestertius
25mm    11.4gm
IMP CAES AEMILIANVS P F AVG; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right.
VOTIS/ DECENNA/ LIBVS/ S C in four lines with laurel wreath.
RIC IV Rome 54a