Classical Numismatic Group, LLC - Triton XIX Sessions 1 - 2 - Session 1, 478 Numistats ref: 228126
Augustus
Authority
Cistophorus
Denomination
-
Year
RIC ric.1(2).aug.493
RIC 493
References
Category
Augustus.
27 BC-AD 14. AR Cistophorus (25mm, 11.97 g, 11h). Pergamum mint. Struck 27-26 BC. IMP • CAESAR, bare head right / AVGVSTVS, capricorn right, head left, bearing cornucopia on back; all within laurel wreath. RIC I 493; Sutherland Group IV 128a (O4/R6 - this coin); RSC 16; RPC 2211; BMCRE 696; BN 916–7. Choice EF, attractively toned. Great metal.
From the V. Robert Chiodo Collection. Ex Triton I (2 December 1997), lot 126; Sotheby’s (7 March 1996), lot 146; Glendining’s (3 December 1929), lot 1.
The capricorn represents Octavian’s birth sign and appeared often as a coin type during his reign. Adding the cornucopia, or horn of plenty, to the back of the capricorn symbolizes the prosperity brought about through his efforts, and his victories are symbolized by the laurel wreath.
Description
BC+
Grade
5580.17 EUR
Starting
9300.28 EUR
Estimate
20925.64 EUR
Realized
Roman Imperial. Augustus. Cistophorus RIC ric.1(2).aug.493 RIC 493
Augustus
Authority
Cistophorus
Denomination
-
Mint
-
Year
RIC ric.1(2).aug.493
RIC 493
References
IMP CAESAR
Obverse Legend
AVGVSTVS
Reverse Legend
Head of Augustus, bare, right
Obverse Type
Capricorn, right, head left, carrying cornucopia; all within laurel wreath
Reverse Type
Sold (62.5%)
Unsold (37.5%)
