Lot 3139
Gaius (Caligula), AD 37-41. Gold Aureus (7.76g) struck at Lugdunum AD 37. Bare head right of Gaius. Reverse: Radiate head right of the deified Augustus, star on left and right. RIC 1 [as R2]. BMC 1. This rare coin is from the first issue of Caligula minted at Lugdunum before the transference of the main mint to Rome. Excellent portraits. Choice Very Fine.
Estimated Value $7,500 - 10,000.
Ex Superior 8 VIII 83 sale, lot 256.
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