Augustus. 27 BC-AD 14. AR Denarius (20.5mm, 3.64 g, 5h). Uncertain Spanish mint (Colonia Patricia?). Struck circa 18 BC. Good VF.

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Lot: 680. Estimated: $ 750

Roman Imperial, Silver

Sold For $ 950. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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Augustus. 27 BC-AD 14. AR Denarius (20.5mm, 3.64 g, 5h). Uncertain Spanish mint (Colonia Patricia?). Struck circa 18 BC. Head right, wearing oak wreath / [D]IVVS • IVLIVS across field, comet with eight rays and tail. RIC I 102; RSC 98. Lightly toned, rough surfaces. Good VF.

The ‘Julian star’ was the comet that appeared in the evening skies shortly after the assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BC. This was taken as a sign of his divinity.

Closing Date and Time: 21 May 2025 at 13:46:20 ET.

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