SYRIA, Antioch. Q. Caecilus Metellus Creticus Silianus, governor under Augustus. Æ20 (6.89 gm), yr. 42 (11/12 AD). Laureate head of Zeus / Ram leaping, star above. RPC.4266. BMC.62. Butcher.56. VF, black patina with earthen highlights. ex T Cartwright collection. Reference to the Christmas Star over Bethlehem.
Estimate: $200