NERO CLAUDIUS DRUSUS (SON OF TIBERIUS AND FATHER OF CLAUDIUS, DIED 9 B.C.). AV Aureus (7.75 gms), Lugdunum Mint, struck under Claudius, A.D. 41-42. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.

RIC-69; Calico-315 (R2). Obverse: NERO CLAVDIVS DRVSVS GERMANICVS IMP, laureate head left; Reverse: DE / GERM on architrave of triumphal arch surmounted by equestrian statue right, with spear, between two trophies, each with seated and bound captive at foot. A RARE and highly desirable type, this elegant specimen remains entirely wholesome and original, with golden-yellow hues and flashy brilliance throughout. Already a rather difficult type, this example is made that much more desirable on account of its lofty grade and bold strike.

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From the Dr. Michael Rogers Collection, Part II. Ex: UBS 78 (9/2008) Lot # 1417.