Numismatica Ars Classica - Auction 144 with CNG & NGSA, Lot 1023
The Geoffrey Cope Collection of Ancient Greek and Roman Bronzes. The Roman Empire. Gaius augustus, 37 – 41.
Description
Sestertius, Roma 40-41, Æ 34 mm, 29.98 g. C CAESAR DIVI AVG PRON AVG P M TR P IIII P P Laureate head l. Rev. S P Q R / P P / OB CIVES / SERVATOS within wreath.
Reference
C 26
BMC p. 157, note *
RIC 53
CBN 116
Condition
Rare. A magnificent portrait perfectly centred on a broad flan and a wonderful emerald-green patina. Extremely fine
Provenance
NAC sale 40, 2007, 658
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