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LOT 3582

The Caesarians, Julius Caesar AR Denarius. April-August 49 BC. Military mint traveling with Caesar.

CAESAR, elephant advancing to right, trampling on horned serpent / Emblems of the pontificate: simpulum, aspergillum, securis, and apex. Crawford 443/1; CRI 9; Sydenham 1006; Babelon (Julia) 9. Good Very Fine. Attractively toned.(3.87gr, 18mm, 12h.).

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

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LOT 3582

The Caesarians, Julius Caesar AR Denarius.

Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,690

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