VOLUSIAN, A.D. 251-253. AV Binio (Heavy Aureus) (6.32 gms), Rome Mint. NGC Ch MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. RIC-143; Calico-3353 (this coin illustrated; R5). Obverse: IMP CAE C VIB VOLVSIANO AVG, radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right; Reverse: CONCORDIA AVGG, Concordia standing left, holding patera and double cornucopia. Choicely struck on a robust flan that has the appearance of being struck just yesterday, this lustrous stunner undoubtedly offers quality that is <strong>RARELY </strong>encountered, as it has no evidence of any circulation or even light rub. The brilliance fully dazzles and sets this specimen apart, as it assuredly will enter yet another first-rate cabinet of Roman gold. From the Dr. Michael Rogers Collection, Part II.<p>Ex: Tkalec (10/1996) Lot # 233.
