Augustus. Silver Denarius (3.88 g), 27 BC-AD 14. Lugdunum, 8 BC. AVGVSTVS DIVI F, laureate head of Augustus right. Reverse: C CAES above, AVGVS F in exergue, Caius Caesar on horseback galloping right, holding sword and reins; behind, legionary eagle between two standards. RIC 199; Lyon 69; BMC 500-2; RSC 40. Lustrous. NGC grade MS*; Strike: 4/5, Surface: 4/5. Fine style.
Caius was the grandson of Augustus but he adopted him as his son and heir together with his brother Lucius.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.