Julius Caesar, 49-44 BC. Denarius (Subaeratus, 19 mm, 3.19 g, 3 h), a contemporary plated imitation, irregular mint, 49-48 BC. CAESAR Elephant walking right, trampling on horned serpent. Rev. Priestly implements: simpulum, aspergillum, securis with wolf's head at the top, and apex. Cf. Babelon (Julia) 9, Cohen 49, Crawford 443/1, RBW 1557 and Sydenham 1006 (for prototype). A very well made contemporary plated imitation. Minor breaks in plating and with a test cut on the edge, otherwise, very fine.
Price realized | 650 CHF |
Starting price | 75 CHF |