VOLUSIAN AE, NEAPOLIS, SAMARIA
Rosenberger 123, Hendin GBC4 - 882v, RPC 2160, Near VF / VF+, repatinated, 24.7mm, 11.56 grams
Obverse: ΑΥΤ ΚΑΙ Γ ΟΥΙΒ ΤΡΙΒ ΟΥΟΛΟΥϹΙΑΝΟϹ around radiate and cuirassed bust of Volusian to right
Reverse: Eagle standing facing, head left, with spread wings supporting Mount Gerizim with temple and altar, steep stairway and colonnade, ΦΛ ΝΕΑϹΠΟΛΕωϹ around
The story of this coin is the Samaria / Shomron Har Gerizim scene which is outstanding!
Ex: Del Parker with his handsome detailed tag
Ex: CNG
