Ancient Coins: ROMAN IMPERIAL SILVER: Augustus, 27 B.C.-14 A.D.
AR Denarius, 3.87g. 19mm. Spanish mint, c.19-18 B.C. Head of Augustus to right wearing an oak wreath. Rev. CAESAR AVGVSTVS S P Q R. Shield inscribed CL V flanked by laurel branches; small die break on shield. RIC 36a. BMC 354. BN 1335. Vogel collection, Hess, Lucerne, Auction 194, 1929, lot 676(same dies). Magnificent portrait in high relief and with wonderful multi-hued cabinet toning.
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