Pre-Long Beach Auction #80

Titus, AD 79-81. AE Dupondius (13.6g) minted at Rome, 1 July AD 72-30 June AD 73, while Caesar under Vespasian. Radiate head right of Titus. Reverse Felicitas standing left with caduceus and cornucopiae; across field, S C. RIC 504 [as R2], citing one specimen in the Paris and Vienna museums. Possessing remarkable detail from fresh dies, with a uniform dark greenish-brown patina. Nearly Mint State.

Of fantastic quality, likely the finest bronze of Titus known. Indirectly, the reverse commemorates the victory in the East by Titus and the happiness and riches of the Roman populace.
Estimated Value $15,000 - 20,000.