Lot 3437
Augustus. Silver Denarius (3.77 g), 27 BC-AD 14. Colonia Patricia(?), ca. 19 BC. CAESAR AVGVSTVS, bare head of Augustus right. Reverse : [OB CIVIS] above, SERVATOS below, small round shield inscribed S P Q R / CL V in two lines within oak wreath. RIC 79a; BMC 381; RSC 215. NGC grade Choice Very Fine; Strike: 5/5, Surface: 5/5. Very scarce.
This piece refers to Augustus' acceptance of the golden shield of valour, and the civic wreath.
Estimated Value $600 - 700.
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