Roman Imperial

Lucilla, Augusta (AD 164-182), daughter of Marcus Aurelius, wife of Lucius Verus, sister of Commodus

Denomination:    bronze AE sestertius

Weight:    25.42 grams

Diameter:    35 mm

Die Axis:    11 h

Struck:    AD 161-162

Mint:    Rome, Italy

Obverse:    LVCILLAE AVG ANTONINI AVG F, draped bust right

Reverse:    VES-TA, Vesta standing left, holding simpulum in right hand and trophy in left; sacrificing over lighted altar; S -- C in fields

References:    Roman Imperial Coinage (RIC) volume III 1779 (Aurelius); Coins of the Roman Empire in the British Museum (BMCRE) volume IV 1178 (Aurelius)

Grade / Comments:    near Very Fine / Fine, lovely portrait and beautiful deep green patina, several chips to patina around edges

Coins are guaranteed genuine for life.  Additionally, returns may be made within 30 days of receipt for any reason as long as items are undamaged and unaltered.