Lot 2531
Claudius, AD 41-54. Gold Aureus (7.81 g) minted at Rome, AD 44-45. Laureate head right of Claudius. Reverse: IMPER RECEPT on top of battlemented wall, enclosing Praetorian camp in which soldier stands; behind him, pediment with fortified flanking walls; soldier holds spear, aquila before him. RIC 25 [as R2]; BMC 23. NGC graded Ch XF; Strike 5/5; Surface 4/5.
A wonderful example of this coin type, which is usually found in Fine or so condition. It commemorates the acceptance by the Roman Senate of the Praetorian Guard's selection of Claudius as the next emperor, after the demise of Gaius.
Estimated Value $14,000 - 16,000.
Ex NFA XXX, lot 216.
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