Description: Bithynia, Nikaia, Valerian (253 - 260 AD). ΠΟ ΟΥΑΛЄΡΙΑΝΟC ΑΥΓ; radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right / ΝΙΚΑΙЄΩΝ; Serapis seated on throne left, holding corn-ears and torch.

Diameter: AE23 mm

Weight: 6,8 g

Grade: aVF/VF

Attribution: RG 787

Commentary: rare; black and bronze surfaces

History: In the troubled times of the 3rd century Valerian managed to create some kind of dynasty with three generations of his family involved in power.

Article Number: 058-04-05-42386