Lot 5427
Sale 95 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes, The Robb Family Collection
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Description
Octavian (later Augustus), (30-29 B.C.), silver denarius (3.23 grams), Italian (Rome?) mint, obv. IMP below, head of youthful Mars right, wearing slight beard and crested Corinthian helmet, rev. CAESAR around upper rim of circular shield, the central boss ornamented with a star, lying on top of a sword and spear in saltire. (S.-, RIC I 274; CRI 428; RSC 44; BMCRE 644-5 = BMCRR Rome 4368-9; BN 87-90). Nearly fine and rare, with collector's card description.
Ex Cappenalle Collection.
- Estimate
- $120
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $150