The Roman Empire
Octavian as Augustus, 27 BC – 14 AD. Denarius, Samos (?) circa 21-20 BC, AR 3.72 g.
Description: CAESAR Bare head r. Rev. AVGVSTVS Heifer standing r. References: C 28.
BMC 663
RIC 475
CBN 941 Condition: A superb portrait and a wonderful light iridescent tone. Good extremely fine Provenance: NAC sale 54, 2010, 290
NGSA sale 7, 2012, 324
Gorny & Mosch sale 211, 2013, 550
Price realized | 4'000 CHF |
Starting price | 2'800 CHF |
Estimate | 3'500 CHF |