ANCIENT THEMES. Divus Augustus. Died AD 14. Cast Æ “Sestertius” (34mm, 17.37 g, 6h). Paduan type. Mid quality cast after Giovanni da Cavino, 1500-1570. As made.Electronic Auction 556 World Medals, Bronze Sold For $ 80. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ANCIENT THEMES. Divus Augustus. Died AD 14. Cast Æ “Sestertius” (34mm, 17.37 g, 6h). Paduan type. Mid quality cast after Giovanni da Cavino, 1500-1570. DIVVS AVGVSTVS PATER, radiate head left / S C across field, OB/CIVES/SER in three lines across shield bordered by oak wreath; shield supported by two capricorns set on globe. Johnson & Martini 1268-86; Klawans 1. Brown surfaces, trace of green. As made. Mid quality cast. |