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14 June 2015
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Augustus’ restoration of the legionary standards

Starting Price: 800 CHF
Hammer Price:  Unsold
Lot 210

Augustus, 27 BC-AD 14. Denarius (Silver, 19mm, 3.86 g 3), Rome. P. Petronius Turpilianus, 19 BC. TVRPILIANVS III VIR / FE - RON Diademed and draped bust of Feronia to right. Rev. CAESAR AVGVSTVS SIGN RECE Parthian kneeling right, presenting standard inscribed X. BMC 14. BN 129. Cohen 484. RIC 288. A historically interesting coin with lovely dark cabinet toning. Small banker’s mark on obverse, otherwise, good very fine.


From the GH Collection, acquired from Owl Ltd. on 31 May 1983.

This type commemorates Augustus' diplomatic triumph in securing the restoration of the legionary standards, which had been lost by Crassus and Antony in the disastrous campaigns of 53 and 36 BC.

Online bidding closes: 14 Jun 2015, 18:45:00 CEST Current Date & Time: 19 Apr 2024, 19:25:22 CEST Remaining Time: Closed Hammer Price:Unsold
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