Lot 3754

Sale 134 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Julius Caesar, silver denarius, issued 49-48 B.C., moving mint with Caesar, (3.83 g), obv. Elephant to right trampling on serpent CAESAR in exergue, border of dots, rev. simpulum, sprinkler, axe and priest's hat all in dotted circle, (S.1006, C.443./1, BMC Gaul 27, Sear Julius Caesar 49 [p.111]). Surface porosity, repaired edge chip at base of obverse, very fine and scarce.

Ex Dr Hugh Preston Collection.
Previously Rauch Auktion Numismata, lot 216.

Estimate
$600
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$1,000

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