A beautifully toned denarius of Octavian
Lot 154
Octavian, 44-27 BC. Denarius (Silver, 18 mm, 3.79 g, 1 h), uncertain mint in Italy (Rome?), autumn 32-summer 31. Diademed and draped bust of Pax to right; behind, cornucopiae; before, olive branch. Rev. CAESAR - DIVI•F Octavian, in military attire, advancing right, raising his right hand in salute and holding inverted spear over his shoulder in his left. Babelon (Julia) 107. BMC 611. CBN 6. Cohen 72. CRI 400. RIC 253. A lovely example with beautiful old collection toning. Struck slightly off center and with minor scratches, otherwise, nearly extremely fine.

From the collection of Prof. Dr. D. Mannsperger, formed over the past 60 years, Leu 14, 14 October 2023, 185.
Estimate:
1000 CHF
Starting price:
800 CHF
Hammer price:
1800 CHF
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