Roman Ladies on Billon Tetradrachms of ALEXANDRIA. Valeria Messalina, Augusta, 41-48 A.D. Laureate Claudius head r. Rv. Valeria Messalina standing l., leaning on column, holding small figures of Claudia Octavia and Britannicus. RPC 5164. Somewhat rough surfaces with small obverse verdigris spot. About Very Fine; Claudia Octavia, Augusta, 54-62 A.D., first wife of Nero. Laureate Nero bust r. Rv. Draped Claudia Octavia bust r. RPC 5202. About Fine; Poppaea, Augusta, 62-65 A.D., second wife of Nero. Radiate Nero head r. Rv. Draped Poppaea bust r. RPC 5267. Granular. Very Fine. 3 pieces. (Est. $100-$150)
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