Roman Silvered Bi Aurelianianus Emp. Probus (276-282 AD) AU NGC

The Aurelianianus was routinely silvered by the Roman mints during the crisis of the third century. The constant stream of wars and rebellions had greatly depleted local and state treasury's which led to the issue of debased coins.

Coin Highlights: Silvered Billon Aurelianianus. Struck at the Ticinum mint. Struck during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD). Encapsulation by NGC authenticates and protects the Almost Uncirculated condition of the coin. Obverse: Radiate and cuirassed bust right. Reverse: Hercules standing left holding olive branch club and lion skin.