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21 February 2016
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Augustus’ restoration of the legionary standards

Starting Price: 500 CHF
Hammer Price:  650 CHF
Lot 643

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: 21 Feb 2016, 20:21:30 CET Current Date & Time: 28 Mar 2024, 21:03:23 CET Remaining Time: Closed Hammer Price:650 CHF by felix (4 bids)
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