Ancients
Julius Caesar, as Dictator (49-44 BC). AR denarius (17mm, 4.12 gm, 4h). NGC Choice AU 4/5 - 5/5. Military mint traveling with Caesar in northern Italy, ca. 49-48 BC. CAESAR, elephant advancing right, trampling horned serpent / Pontifical implements: culullus, aspergillum, securis (axe surmounted by dog or wolf's head), and apex. Crawford 443/1. Sydenham 1006. Julia 9. Struck from dies of refined style on excellent flan with sublime toning.
Ex Andrew McCabe Collection
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HID02906262019
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Estimate: 1000-2000 USD