Lot 4425
Sale 127 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
Augustus as Octavian, (27 B.C. - A.D. 14), silver denarius, uncertain Italian mint (maybe Rome), issued Autumn 30 - Summer 29 B.C., (3.85 g), obv. Octavian head bare to right, in linear circle, rev. IMP CAESAR on architrave of arch, surmounted by facing quadriga bearing Octavian, (S.1558, RIC 267, C.123, BMC 624). Lightly toned, struck slightly off centre, banker's mark on obverse neck, very fine and rare.
Ex Dr L.J. Sherwin Collection. Previously I.S.Wright, 2.7.1992. Also M.R.Roberts, 25.5.1989.
- Estimate
- $400
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $750