Octavian as Augustus, 27 BC – AD 14. Cistophoric tetradrachm, Pergamum circa 19-18, AR 11.66 g. IMP IX TR POT V Bare head r. Rev. Triumphal arch inscribed IMP IX TR POT V decorated with legionary eagles l, and r., surmounted by emperor in quadriga r.; SPR / SIGNIS / RECEPTIS beneath arch. C 298. BMC 703. Sutherland, Gorup VII. RIC 510. RPC 2218. CBN 984.
A very attractive portrait of fine style and a light iridescent tone. Reverse
from a worn die, otherwise extremely fine / about extremely fine
Ex Roma Numismatics sale XVI, 2018, 469.
Price realized | 3'500 CHF |
Starting price | 1'600 CHF |
Estimate | 2'000 CHF |