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Part I: Sa, 08.07.2023, from 12:00 PM CEST
Part II: Su, 09.07.2023, from 12:00 PM CEST
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Part VI: Th, 13.07.2023, from 12:00 PM CEST

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Octavian, 44-27 BC. Denarius (Silver, 20 mm, 3.70 g, 12 h), uncertain mint in It...

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★ Octavian as city founder ★

Octavian, 44-27 BC. Denarius (Silver, 20 mm, 3.70 g, 12 h), uncertain mint in Italy (Rome?), autumn 30-summer 29. Laureate head of Apollo to right. Rev. IMP•CAESAR Octavian, as city founder, veiled and in priestly robes, ploughing to right with yoke of oxen, holding whip in his left hand and yoke-handle in his right. Babelon (Julia) 156. BMC 638. CBN 92. Cohen 117. CRI 424. RIC 272. Lustrous and well centered. Struck from slightly worn dies, otherwise, virtually as struck.

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Price realized	950 CHF
Starting price	250 CHF

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