ROMAN EMPIRE
AUGUSTUS, 27 B.C.- A.D. 14. AR Denarius (3.65 gms), Uncertain Spanish Mint (Colonia Patricia?), ca. 19 B.C.
S-1633; RIC-87a; RSC-265. Bare head of Augustus right, unobtrusive banker's mark behind; Reverse: Inscribed circular shield with aquila to right and standard to left.Good centering despite slightly oblong planchet. Appealing high relief portrait and inscription on shield still visible. Lustrous, sharply struck,EXTREMELY FINE.
Estimate: $800