AUGUSTUS, 27 B.C.- A.D. 14. AR Cistophorus (11.67 gms), Ephesus Mint, ca. 24-20 B.C. NGC AU*, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
RIC-482. "IMP CAE - SAR" Bare head of Augustus facing right; Reverse: "AVGVSTVS" Garlanded altar sculpted with two confronting stags, linear border around. Choice stony grey toning. Well centered with a nice strike on a high quality planchet. Quite attractive. NGC AU*, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
From the Dr. Michael Popoff Collection.
Ex: Stack's Sale 12/1988, Lot #2199.
Estimate: $1000.00- $1500.00