Description
Septimius Severus 193-211 AD, AE27, Nikopolis Ad Istrum
A nice example of this scarce type struck at Nikopolis ad Istrum in modern day Bulgaria. Worn but reasonably well detailed. Weight 9.96g. Diameter 27mm.
O: AY KAI Λ CEΠT CEYHΡOC ΠEΡ, laureate head right.
R: ΝΕΙΚΟΠΟΛΙΤΩΝ ΠΡΟϹ ΙϹΤR, eagle standing facing, wings spread, head left, wreath in beak.
I would grade this coin Good Fine but I have provided high-resolution close up photos so you can decide on a grade for yourself.
For uncertified ancient coins I provide a grading opinion using the UK descriptive system. I offer a grading opinion as a courtesy, but please examine the high resolution close up photos carefully and decide on a grade for yourself.
