FLORIANUS, A.D. 276. AV Aureus (4.53 gms), Ticinum Mint, A.D. 276. NGC MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Fine Style. Brushed. RIC-24 corr. (Rome); RIC-4152.11 (online; this coin cited); Calico-4135 (same dies as illustration). Obverse: VIRTVS FLORIAN AVG, laureate and cuirassed bust left, holding shield and spear over shoulder; Reverse: VIRTVS AVGVSTI, Virtus advancing right, holding spear and trophy; to lower right, bound captive seated right, head left. A <strong>VERY RARE</strong> and highly captivating piece, this example yields a particularly strong strike that is also well centered. An enchanting golden-orange hue with immense brilliance augments its charm that much further. From the Dr. Michael Rogers Collection.<p>Ex: Leu 93 (5/2005) Lot # 106 (acquired from Monnaies et Medailles, May 1968.)
