Ancient Coins

Augustus (27 BC-AD 14), Augustus (27 BC-AD 14), Denarius, c. 17 BC, Secular Games, youthful bust right within oak wreath, rev. AVGVST, candelabrum surmounted by patera and bucrania within wreath, 3.86g/6h (CBN 1013; RIC 540; RSC 2 [Caius Caesar]). Extremely fine, iridescent toning (£800-1,000)