Gold Aureus of Roman Emperor Hostilian!
$27,500.00
Jun-26-01
Seller rarcoa 

Extremely Rare Gold Aureus of Hostilian!

Hostilian. 251 A.D.
Mint of Rome. About Uncirculated. R.I.C. IV,
     183a. Coins of Hostilian as Augustus are very rare at Rome,
     particularly so the aurei. With very few known to exist, an
     opportunity to acquire a coin of the utmost rarity awaits.
     Reverse of Hostilian standing left, wearing military attire,
     holding wand in right hand and transverse spear in left hand. Ex
     UBS "Fifty Numismatic Rarities", January 30, 2001 sale in Basel,
     lot number 3.