Roman Republic (Ancient, pre-41 BC)
C. Vibius Varus. Gold Aureus (8.11 g), 42 BC. Rome. Laureate head of Apollo right. Reverse: C VIBIVS upward on left, VARVS upward on right, Venus standing left beside a tall column, viewed from behind, holding a mirror in which she admires herself. Crawford 494/34; HCRI 190; Sydenham 1137; Calicó 33. NGC grade Ch XF; Strike: 5/5, Surface: 4/5. Estimated Value $5,000
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.