Varia

Roman lead tessera

Lead
Roman, 2nd century AD
H. 2.3cm; Weight: 6g

This rare and interesting portrait shows the profile of a man to the left with curly hair and a bushy beard that is remindful of the portrait of emperor Lucius Verus. The reverse is left flat.

Condition: Well preserved.Grey-brownish patina.

Provenance: ex. the estate of the famous numismatist and art dealer Dr. Jacob Hirsch (1874-1955)

Item reference: VA0355