Ancient Roman

Encapsulated silver-plated pendant, for better preservation, with AE18 bronze of Emperor Heliogabalus. Struck between 218-222 AD with mint at Edessa, Mesopotamia. It is mounted on a modern 925 silver cord-type chain. Obverse; laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Emperor Heliogabalus looking to the right. Reverse; bust looking to the right, crenellated and draped Tyche of the city, symbolizing the city\'s protective walls. It ships with a legal declaration sheet. Customs duties outside the EU will be charged to the auction winner.

Estimate:£211.28

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