Roman Imperatorial Period (Ancient, 49-27 BC)
Julius Caesar. Gold Aureus (8.02 g), 46 BC. Rome. A. Hirtius, praetor. C CAESAR COS TER, veiled head of Vesta or Pietas right. Reverse: A HIRTIVS PR, lituus, jug and axe. Crawford 466/1; HCRI 56; Sydenham 1018; Calicó 37. NGC grade Ch XF; Strike: 4/5, Surface: 2/5. Edge marks, banker's mark. The banker's mark is well hidden in the folds of her veil. Estimated Value $3,500
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.