Octavian as Augustus (27 BC-AD 14) AR-Denarius (17.9 mm, 3.61 g, 6h). Spanish mint (Colonia Patricia?), struck 19-18 BC.
Obv. CAESARI AVGVSTO, laureate head to left
Rev. Temple of Mars Ultor: round-domed, tetrastyle temple set on podium of three steps; within, chariot carrying an aquila and miniature galloping quadriga right; S • P • Q • R in exergue.
RIC 117; RSC 281; BMC 388; CBN 1222.
Very rare. A nice portrait, deep old cabinet tone. Minor marks and scratches, otherwise VF.
Ex NAC Auction Q, 2006, lot 1613.
Price realized | 500 CHF |
Starting price | 300 CHF |
Estimate | 600 CHF |