The Roman Republic
C. Iulius Caesar and L. Aemilius Buca. Denarius, Roma 44, AR 3.76 g.
Description: CAESAR·IM – P – M Wreathed head of Caesar r.; behind, crescent. Rev. L·AEMILIVS – BVCA Venus standing l., holding sceptre and Victory. References: Babelon Julia 34 and Aemilia 13
C 22
Sydenham 1060
Sear Imperators 102
RBW –
Crawford 480/4
Alföldi, Caesar, pl. XXIX, 68 (this obverse die). Condition: A splendid portrait work of a skilled master-engraver and a light iridescent tone. Extremely fine Provenance: Rauch sale 92, 2013, 1194
Price realized | 13'000 CHF |
Starting price | 6'400 CHF |
Estimate | 8'000 CHF |