Lot 4519

Sale 113 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes

Description

Gaius (Caligula), (A.D. 37-41), AE as, Rome mint, issued A.D. 37-38, (10.96 g), obv. bare head of Caligula to left, around C CAESAR AVG GERMANICVS PON M TR POT, rev. VESTA above, Vesta seated to left, veiled and draped seated on ornamental throne, holding patera and transverse sceptre, S C across field, (S.1803, RIC 38, C.27, BMC 46). Attractive dark green patina, good very fine and rare in this condition.

Ex I.S. Wright, Sydney, March 28, 2003 (cost $1500, coming from R.West Collection at 2000DM).

Estimate
$600
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$650

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