Octavian, 44-27 BC. Denarius (Silver, 19 mm, 3.71 g, 8 h), uncertain Italian mint (Rome?), 29-27. Laureate head of Apollo to right. Rev. IMP•CAESA[R] Octavian, as city founder, veiled and covered in a priestly robe, ploughing to right with yoke of oxen, holding whip in his left hand and yoke-handle in his right. BMC 638. Cohen 117. RIC 272. Darkly toned. Struck slightly off center, otherwise, very fine.
Price realized | 170 CHF |
Starting price | 100 CHF |