Pre-Long Beach Auction #90

Didius Julianus. Silver Denarius (2.54 g), AD 193. Rome. [IMP C]AES M DID IVLIAN AVG, laureate head of Didius Julianus right. Reverse: CONCORD MILIT, Concordia standing facing, head left, holding legionary eagle and vexillum. RIC 1; BMC 2-3; RSC 2. Toned. Very Fine.

An extremely wealthy senator, Didius Julianus purchased his elevation to the imperial throne at an auction held by Praetorian Guard. The dire shame associated with these disgraceful events set off a series of revolts in several parts of the Roman world, with Septimius Severus eventually becoming the successful contender after much bloodshed.
Estimated Value $800 - 900.