Lot # 481 - Julius Caesar. AV Aureus, 46 BC. Rome mint; Aulus Hirtius, praetor. Obv. C. CAESAR COS. TER. Veiled female head (Vesta or Pietas?) right. Rev. Emblems of the augurate and pontificate: lituus, guttus and securis; A HIRTIVS P R around. Cr. 466/1; RBW 1636; Calicó 36. AV. 8.10 g. 19.50 mm. Contact marks and minor scratch on reverse. VF.

Lot # 482 - Lollius Palicanus. AR Denarius, 45 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Honos right; HONOR[IS] downwards behind. Rev. Curule chair between two stalks of grain; PALIKANVS above. Cr. 473/2a; B. 1; RRSC D 262.2a. AR. 3.76 g. 20.00 mm. R. Rare and superb example. Light scratch on obverse, minor metal flaw on reverse and peripheral areas of flat strike. EF/About EF.

Lot # 483 - Julius Caesar. AV Aureus, Rome mint, late 46-early 45 BC. L. Munatius Plancus, praefectus Urbi. Obv. C • CAES DICT • TER. Draped and winged bust of Victory right. Rev. L • PLANC up left, PR • VRB down right. Praefericulum. Cr. 475/1b; Syd. 1019b. ; Calicó 44. AV. 8.00 g. 21.60 mm. RR. Very rare and choice example of this fascinating issue. Nick on edge, minor scratches on obverse and light metal flaws. Restored scratch on reverse. Good VF. The aurei of L. Munatius Plancus were distributed during Caesar's triumph of October 45 BC, celebrating his final defeat of the Pompeians at Munda the previous year. This triumph raised some concerns in Rome, as it marked a victory over fellow Romans, an event never before deserving a triumph. Such actions only heightened the fears in some quarters over Caesar's intentions, fears which lead to his assassination six months later. Before his murder Caesar appointed Plancus governor of Transalpine Gaul, where he founded the colony of Lugdunum.

Lot # 484 - Julius Caesar. AR Denarius, 44 BC. L. Aemilius Buca moneyer. Obv. CAESAR IM-[P-M]. Wreathed head right; behind, crescent dividing PM. Rev. L. AEMILIVS BVCA. Venus Victrix standing left, holding Victory and sceptre. Cr. 480/4; RRSC D 265.4; RBW -.. AR. 2.72 g. 19.00 mm. RR. Very rare. Porous. Peripheral areas of weak strike, otherwise. good VF.

Lot # 485 - Petillius Capitolinus. AR Denarius, Rome mint, 43 BC. Obv. Eagle on thunderbolt right, with open wings; above, PETILLIVS; below, [CA]PITOLINVS. Rev. Hexastyle Capitoline Temple of Jupiter, elaborately decorated; on the sides, S -F. Cr. 487/2b; B. 3 (Petillia); RRSC D 271.2b. AR. 3.84 g. 19.00 mm. R. Rare and fascinating issue. Sharply struck from detailed dies, with lovely iridescences. Minor metal flaw on obverse, otherwise. EF/About EF. No temple was more sacred to the Romans than that of Jupiter Optimus Maximus on the Capitoline. By tradition it had stood there since the early 6th Century B.C., and in its four incarnations it remained in use for a millennium or more. It underwent numerous modifications, was damaged by lightening on more than one occasion, and was burned to the ground three times: first in 83 B.C., then in A.D. 69 and 80; and each time its reconstruction was an important undertaking. (NAC 40, 2007, 683 note). This issue depicts the façade of the temple after its first reconstruction.

Lot # 486 - Marcus Antonius and Lepidus. AR Quinarius, 43 BC, Gallia Transalpina. Obv. M ANT (ligate) IMP. Lituus, jug and raven. Rev. LEP IM[P]. Simpulum, aspergillum, axe and apex. Cr. 489/3; RRSC D 273.3. AR. 1.61 g. 13.70 mm. R. Rare and choice example. Nicely toned. Reverse slightly off-centre. Good VF.

Lot # 487 - Fulvia, first wife of M. Antony. AR Quinarius, 43-42 BC. Lugdunum mint. Obv. Bust of Victory right, with the likeness of Fulvia. Rev. Lion right between A and [XL]; in exergue, [LVGV]; above, DVNI. Cr. 489/5; RRSC D 273.5. AR. 1.73 g. 17.50 mm. RR. Very rare. Nicely toned. Good VF.

Lot # 488 - L. Livineius Regulus. AR Denarius, 42 BC. Obv. Head of Livineius Regulus right; behind, REGVLVS; before, PR. Rev. Curule chair; on either side, three fasces; above, L·LIVINEIVS (second I added above); in exergue, REGVLVS. Cr. 494/27; B. (Livineia) 10; RRSC D 275.9 (note, rev. same die). AR. 4.19 g. 19.30 mm. R. Rare and superb, interesting error in the legend on reverse. Full weight and sound metal. Pleasant cabinet tone. Good EF/EF.

Lot # 489 - L. Livineius Regulus. AR Denarius, Rome mint, 42 BC. Obv. Head of L. Livineius Regulus right; on the left, REGVLVS; on the right, PR. Rev. Combat of bestiarii: one combatant attacks a lion, another defends himself against a tiger; on the left, wonded boar; in exergue, L·REGVLVS. Cr. 494/30; B. 12 (Livineia); RRSC D 275.12. AR. 3.88 g. 19.50 mm. RR. Very rare and superb example. Well centred, lightly toned with underlying luster. About EF.

Lot # 490 - M. Aemilius Lepidus. AR Obol, Spain, Cabellio mint (?), 44-42 BC. Obv. Head of Apollo to right; CABE before. Rev. Cornucopiae; LE-PI around; all within laurel wreath. RPC I 528; SNG Cop. 684; RRSC D 276.2. AE. 0.48 g. 10.50 mm. RRR. Extremely rare and choice. Lightly toned, with iridescent hues. About EF. Ex Busso 388, 2006, 1036.

Lot # 491 - C. Cassius and Lentulus Spinther. AR Denarius, 43-42 BC, mint moving with Brutus and Cassius. Obv. C. CASSI IMP. Tripod with Cortina, decorated with two laurel branches and fillets. Rev. Jug and lituus, below, LENTVLVS SPINT. Cr. 500/1; B. (Cassia) 14; RRSC D 279.1. AR. 3.70 g. 17.50 mm. R. Rare. Superb example of this fascinating issue. Well centred, with underlying luster. Metal deposits. About FDC. C. Cassius Longinus was one of the principal conspirators against Julius Caesar. Following the assassination, he moved to the east, where he sought to amass an army. His prior reputation of military success against the Parthians while governing the province of Syria proved invaluable, and by 43 BC his army boasted nearly twelve legions. He was able to stave off Antony's general Dolabella, secured his base in Syria, and begin preparations for an invasion of Egypt. At the same time, Antony, Octavian, and Lepidus formed the triumvirate, and this posed too great a threat to ignore. Cassius halted his impending invasion of Egypt and moved west to meet up with Brutus' forces at Smyrna. The two regicides agreed to take joint action against the triumvirs, and began by attacking their allies in Asia. The following year the pair moved into Thrace, and chose a position outside Philippi to meet the approaching army of Antony and Octavian. Brutus moved against Octavian with great success, capturing the young Caesarian's camp, but Cassius' army was routed by Antony. Unaware of his partner's success, Cassius thought the entire cause was lost, and had his freedman Pindarus slay him. (CNG 225, 2010, lot 318 note).

Lot # 492 - Brutus and Lentulus Spinther. AR Denarius, 43-42 BC. Obv. Axe, culullus and knife; below, BRVTVS. Rev. Jug and lituus; below, LENTVLVS/SPINT. Cr. 500/7; B. (Junia) 41; RRSC D 279.3. AR. 4.12 g. 18.00 mm. R. Rare. Superb example in full weight. Well centred and virtually as struck. Insignificant cleaning marks on reverse. About FDC.

Lot # 493 - Sextus Pompeius. AR Denarius, uncertain Sicilian mint, 42-40 BC. Obv. Head of Cn. Pompeius Magnus right; behind, jug; before, lituus; around, MAG·[PIVS·IMP·ITER]. Rev. Neptune standing left, wearing diadem, holding aplustre and cloak over left arm; placing right foot on prow; on either side, the Catanean brothers bearing their parents on their shoulders; above, PRAEF (AE ligate); in exergue, [C]LAS·ET·ORAE / [MAR]IT·EX·S·C (AE and MAR ligate). Cr. 511/3a; B. (Pompeia) 27; RRSC D 290.2a. AR. 3.59 g. 17.00 mm. RR. Very rare. Spectacular heroic portrait. Detailed artistic dies. Superb example with enchanting cabinet tone. About EF.

Lot # 494 - Sextus Pompeius. AR Denarius, 37-36 BC, Sicily. Obv. MAG PIVS IMP ITER. The Pharos of Messana surmounted by figure of Neptune; before, galley with Aquila on prow and sceptre tied with fillet on stern. Rev. PRA[EF. CLAS.ET.ORAE.MARIT.]EX.S.C. The monster Scylla wielding rudder with both hands. Cr. 511/4; B. (Pompeia) 22; C. 2; RRSC D 290.3. AR. 3.37 g. 18.00 mm. RR. Very rare and fascinating issue, full of historical recalls. Toned. Good VF. This AR Denarius, minted during 37-36 BC under Sextus Pompeius, offers a captivating narrative deeply intertwined with the historical and mythological fabric of ancient Sicily. On the obverse, the Pharos of Messana dominates, a testament to the island's pivotal maritime position. This iconic lighthouse, surmounted by Neptune, underscores Messana's role as a beacon for sailors navigating the Mediterranean's perilous waters, while also symbolizing prosperity and guidance. Conversely, the reverse presents the formidable figure of Scylla, a mythical sea monster deeply ingrained in Sicilian lore. With a rudder firmly grasped in both hands, Scylla serves as a poignant reminder of the maritime hazards faced by ancient seafarers, embodying the dangers lurking in Sicily's coastal waters. Beyond its numismatic value, this coin serves as a poignant reflection of Sicily's multifaceted history.

Lot # 495 - Cn. Domitius Ahenobarbus. AR Denarius, 41 BC, mint moving with Ahenobarbus. Obv. AHENOBAR. Head of L. Ahenobarbus right, slightly bearded. Rev. CN. DOMITIVS IMP. Trophy with two spears and shield on prow right. Cr. 519/2; RRSC D 298. AR. 3.54 g. 18.50 mm. RR. Very rare. A magnificent portrait masterly engraved and perfectly centred on a broad flan. Light cabinet tone. A prestigious coin. EF/About EF. Ex Artemide XLVI, 2016, 330. This issuer was the son of the consul of BC 54 and, like his father, belonged to the Pompeian party, but returning to Italy in BC 46 he was pardoned by Caesar. After the latter's death, he followed Brutus to Macedonia and was amongst those condemned under the lex Paedia. He was placed in command of a fleet and won a decisive victory on the day of the first battle of Philippi, for which he was saluted imperator. In BC 40 he was reconciled to M. Antony, who made him governor of Bithynia. (RSC I, p. 45).

Lot # 496 - Marcus Antonius with Octavianus. AR Quinarius, mint moving with Octavianus, 39 BC. Obv. Head of Concordia right, wearing diadem and veil; around, III·VIR·R·P·C. Rev. Two hands clasped round caduceus; around, M·ANTON·C·CAESAR. Cr. 529/4b; B. (Antonia) 42, (Julia) 68; RRSC D 307.3b. AR. 1.83 g. 14.50 mm. R. Rare and choice, well centred. Slightly rough surfaces. About EF.

Lot # 497 - Marcus Antonius. AR Denarius, 38 BC, Syrian mint. Obv. ANT · AVG · III · VIR · R · P · C ·. Bare head right. Rev. IMP TER. Flanking military trophy consisting of helmet, cuirass, figure-8 shaped shield and curved sword mounted on pole, at base, prow left; Macedonian shield to right. Cr. 536/3 notes; RRSC D 312.1c. AR. 3.82 g. 20.00 mm. RR. Very rare and choice example. Sound metal. About EF.

Lot # 498 - Marcus Antonius and Octavian. AE 29 mm. Thessalonica mint, Macedon, c. 37 BC. Obv. ΘΕΣΣΑΛΟΝΙΚΕΩΝ EΛΕΥΘEPIAΣ. Draped bust of Eleutheria right. Rev. M ANT AYΓ-Γ KAI AVT. Nike advancing left, holding wreath and palm. RPC I 1551. AE. 14.92 g. 29.00 mm. Superb example, fully readeable. Smoothed and repatined, otherwise. EF.

Lot # 499 - Octavian, with Julius Caesar. Halved AE Dupondius, Vienna (Gaul) mint, c. 36 BC. Obv. [IMP] CAE[SAR DIVI F] DIVI IVLI. Bare heads of Caesar left [and Octavian right]. Rev. [C]IV. Prow with superstructure, right. RPC I 517. AE. 9.63 g. 29.50 mm. R. Rare. Lovely green patina with stable flaws. Good VF.

Lot # 500 - Cleopatra and Marcus Antonius. AR Denarius, 34 BC, Alexandria mint. Obv. ANTONI. ARMENIA DEVICTA. Bare head of Marcus Antonius right; behind, Armenian tiara. Rev. CLEOPATRAE REGINAE REGVM FILIORVM REGVM. Draped and diademed bust of Cleopatra right, prow before. Cr. 543/1; RRSC D 318. AR. 3.83 g. 18.00 mm. R. Rare and historically important example, fully readable. Areas of flat strike. Traces of a control-mark (?) on reverse. VF. Through Cleopatra, Egypt became involved in the chaotic political struggles of the Roman civil war, in which Julius Caesar, Marcus Antonius, and Octavianus sought to control Egypt’s wealth of grain and gold. Eventually this led to the end of Egypt’s existence as a sovereign nation as well as the destruction of the Ptolemaic dynasty. This coin was struck after Antonius and Cleopatra had married and joined forces to fight Octavianus. A year later, in 31 BCE. Octavianus would defeat the couple at the Battle of Actium, and the ruling dynasty begun by Ptolemy I would end with Cleopatra’s death in 30 BCE. (ART INSTITVTE CHICAGO).

Lot # 501 - Marcus Antonius. AR Denarius, mint moving with Marcus Antonius, 32-31 BC. Obv. Praetorian galley right; above, ANT·AV[G]; below, III·VIR·R·[P·C]. Rev. Legionary eagle between two standards; below, LEG II. Cr. 544/14; B. 105 (Antonia); RRSC D 319.7. AR. 3.53 g. 18.00 mm. Sound metal for issue. An unusually well preserved example, nicely toned. with iridescent hues. About EF.

Lot # 502 - Marcus Antonius. AR Denarius, mint moving with Marcus Antonius, 32-31 BC. Obv. Praetorian galley right; above, ANT·AVG; below, III·VIR·R P·C. Rev. Legionary eagle between two standards; below, LEG II. Cr. 544/14; B. 105 (Antonia); RRSC D 319.7. AR. 3.89 g. 16.50 mm. Sound metal and full weight for issue. A choice example, nicely toned. with iridescent hues. Banker's mark on obverse, otherwise. about EF.

Lot # 503 - Marcus Antonius. AR Denarius, mint moving with Marcus Antonius, 32-31 BC. Obv. Praetorian galley right, with sceptre tied with fillet on prow; above, ANT·AVG; below, III·VIR·R·P·C. Rev. Aquila between two standards; below, LEG VI. Cr. 544/19; B. (Antonia) 111; RRSC D 319.12. AR. 3.76 g. 17.50 mm. Lovely old cabinet tone with warm hues, underlying luster. Peripheral areas of flatness. EF.

Lot # 504 - Marcus Antonius. AR Denarius, mint moving with Marcus Antonius, 32-31 BC. Obv. Praetorian galley right, with sceptre tied with fillet on prow; above, ANT·AVG; below, III·VIR·R·P·C. Rev. Aquila between two standards; below, LEG VIII. Cr. 544/21; B. (Antonia) 114 ; RRSC D 319.14a. AR. 3.65 g. 18.00 mm. Nice, brilliant and perfectly centred; peripheral area of flat strike, otherwise. EF.

Lot # 505 - Marcus Antonius. AR Denarius, mint moving with Marcus Antonius, 32-31 BC. Obv. Praetorian galley right, with sceptre tied with fillet on prow; above, ANT·AVG; below, III·VIR·R·P·C. Rev. Aquila between two standards; below, LEG VIIII. Cr. 544/22; B. (Antonia) 115; RRSC D 319.15. AR. 3.81 g. 18.00 mm. Nice, brilliant and lightly toned. Minor banker's mark. About EF.

Lot # 506 - Marcus Antonius. AR Denarius, mint moving with Marcus Antonius, 32-31 BC. Obv. ANT. AVG. III. VIR. R.P.C. Praetorian galley right. Rev. LEG X. Legionary eagle between two standards. Cr. 544/24; RRSC D 319.17. AR. 3.79 g. 17.50 mm. Sound metal for issue. A superb example,with lovely iridescent old cabinet tone. Rare as such. Scratch on obverse. EF.

Lot # 507 - Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD). AR Denarius, Lugdunum mint, 15 BC. Obv. AVGVSTVS DIVI F. Bare head right. Rev. Bull butting right; in exergue, IMP•X. RIC I (2nd ed.) 167a. AR. 3.83 g. 19.00 mm. Superb example with delicate patina and iridescent spots. EF.

Lot # 508 - Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD). AR Denarius, Lugdunum mint. Struck 2 BC - 4 AD. Obv. CAESAR AVGVST[VS DIVI F] PATER PATRIAE. Laureate head right. Rev. [C L] CAESARES (in exergue) AVGVSTI F COS [DESIG PRINC IVVENT]. Gaius and Lucius Caesares, on left and right, standing facing, each togate and resting hand on shield set on ground between them; behind each shield, spear; above, on left, simpulum right, and on right, lituus left. RIC I (2nd ed.) 207. AR. 3.71 g. 19.00 mm. Brilliant and superb. Lightly toned. Slightly off-centre. EF.

Lot # 509 - Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, 16 BC. Obv. OB CIVIS SERVATOS. Oak-wreath between two laurel branches. Rev. C GALLIVS C F LVPERCVS IIIVIR A A A F F. Legend surrounding S C. RIC I (2nd ed.) 377. AE. 22.82 g. 36.40 mm. Superb example with high reliefs. Brassy patina with darkish deposits. Slightly rough surfaces. Good VF/About EF. Ex Naville Numismatics 62, 2020, 401.

Lot # 510 - Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD) with Agrippa. AE As, Nemausus mint, c. 10-14 AD. Obv. Heads of Agrippa, wearing combined rostral crown and laurel wreath, to left and Augustus, laureate, to right, back to back; IMP above, DIVI F below, P P across field. Rev. Crocodile right, chained to palm tree; above, wreath with long ties; COL NEM across field. RIC I (2nd ed.) 159; RPC I 525. AE. 13.08 g. 25.30 mm. Choice example with amazing details on reverse. Without the usual scratches. Lightly toned, with brassy highlights. Good VF/EF. This coin type was initially minted to commemorate Augustus' establishment of the colony named Colonia Augusta Nemausus in southern Gaul in 27 BC. However, the specific coin in question is part of a revival of the 'crocodile dupondius' design, which occurred two years after Agrippa's death. It features the abbreviation P P (Pater Patriae) on the obverse, a title Augustus was only given in 2 BC, indicating that it was issued at a later date.

Lot # 511 - Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD). AE Tessera. Anonymous issues. Time of Tiberius. Struck circa 22/3-37 AD. Obv. Radiate head of Augustus right, within linear border. Rev. I within pearl border. C. 8 var. (head right); Buttrey 1975, portrait n. 6. AE. 3.27 g. 19.20 mm. R. Rare and choice example of this fascinating issue. Good VF.

Lot # 512 - Augustus (Divus, died 14 AD). AE Sestertius. Restitution issue, struck under Nerva, 98 AD. Obv. DIVVS AV-GVSTVS. Laureate head right. Rev. IMP NERVA CAESAR AVGVSTVS REST around large SC. RIC II (Nerva) 136. AE. 25.29 g. 38.00 mm. R. Rare and outstanding example with bold portrait. Enchanting deep green patina. Minor traces of smoothing. EF/Good VF.

Lot # 513 - Agrippa (died 12 BC). AE As. Rome mint. Struck under Caligula, 37-41 AD. Obv. M AGRIPPA L F COS III. Head left, wearing rostral crown. Rev. S C. Neptune, cloaked, standing left, holding dolphin in right hand and trident in left. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Gaius) 58. AE. 11.05 g. 29.00 mm. Outstanding example with dark patina. EF.

Lot # 514 - Tiberius (14-37). AV Aureus, Lugdunum mint. Obv. TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVSTVS. Laureate head right. Rev. PONTIF MAXIM. Livia (as Pax) seated right, holding branch and sceptre; plain legs of chair. RIC I (2nd ed.) 25; C. 15; Calicò 305. AV. 7.67 g. 19.00 mm. RR. Very rare and choice, lightly toned. Good VF/EF.

Lot # 515 - Tiberius (14-37). AR Brockage Denarius, 'Tribute Penny' type. Lugdunum mint, 36-37 AD. Obv. TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVSTVS. Laureate head right. Rev. Incuse of the obverse. RIC I (2nd ed.) 30. AR. 3.80 g. 18.20 mm. R. Rare brockage. Good VF/EF.

Lot # 516 - Tiberius (14-37). AE As, Rome mint, 35-36 AD. Obv. TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVST IMP VIII. Laureate head left. Rev. PONTIF MAX TR POT XXXVII S C. Winged caduceus upright. RIC I (2nd ed.) 59. AE. 10.80 g. 27.50 mm. Lovely reddish brown patina. Slightly rough surface on reverse. Good VF.

Lot # 517 - Tiberius Julius Caesar Nero Gemellus and Germanicus Julius Gemellus, sons of Drusus Caesar and Livia Drusilla (Livilla) (c. 19-38 and 19-24 AD). AE Sestertius. Rome mint. Struck under Tiberius, 22-23 AD. Obv. Crossed cornucopiae, each surmounted by the bust of a boy, vis-à-vis; winged caduceus between. Rev. DRVSVS CAESAR TI AVG F DIVI AVG N PONT TR POT II around large S C. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Tib.) 42. AE. 26.61 g. 36.00 mm. Scarce. Rare and delightful example, with green patina. Perfectly centred, with great details. Minor traces of smoothing, otherwise. EF.

Lot # 518 - Nero Claudius Drusus, brother of Tiberius, father of Germanicus and Claudius (died 9 AD). AE Sestertius, struck under Claudius, 41-50 AD. Obv. NERO CLAVDIVS DRVSVS GERMANICVS IMP. Bare head of Nero Claudius Drusus left. Rev. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR A[VG PM] TR P IMP SC . Claudius, bare-headed and togate, seated left on curule chair, holding branch; miscellaneous weapons and armour lying around. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Claud.) 93. AE. 26.10 g. 34.00 mm. Choice example with solid green patina and minor reddish spots. Good VF/VF.

Lot # 519 - Antonia, daughter of Mark Anthony and Octavia (died 45 AD). AE Dupondius, 41-42 AD. Obv. ANTONIA AVGVSTA. Draped bust right. Rev. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG PM TR P IMP SC. Claudius, veiled and togate, standing left, holding simpulum. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Claud.) 92. AE. 16.81 g. 28.50 mm. R. Rare and choice example. Leather patina. Light roughness. Good VF.

Lot # 520 - Gaius (Caligula) (37-41). AE Sestertius, 39-40 AD. Obv. C CAESAR AVG GERMANICVS P M TR POT. Pietas, veiled and draped, seated left, holding patera, resting left arm on small facing figure; in exergue, PIETAS. Rev. DIVO-AVG, S-C. Hexastyle garlanded temple, before which Gaius veiled and togate, sacrifices over altar; one attendant leads bull to the altar; a second holds patera. RIC I (2nd ed.) 36. AE. 29.30 g. 35.00 mm. RR. Very rare and superb. Lovely deep green patina with deposits. EF.

Lot # 521 - Gaius (Caligula) (37-41). AE Quadrans, 40-41. Obv. C CAESAR DIVI AVG PRON G. Pileus flanked by S C. Rev. PON M TR P IIII P P COS TERT. Legend surrounding RCC large in center of field. RIC I (2nd ed.) Gaius/Caligula 52. AE. 2.63 g. 17.00 mm. Deep green patina. EF.

Lot # 522 - Germanicus (died in 19 AD). AE Dupondius, struck under Caligula, 37-41. Obv. GERMANICVS CAESAR. Germanicus, bare-headed and cloaked, standing in quadriga, right, holding eagle tipped sceptre. Rev. SIGNIS RECEPT DEVICTIS GERM S C. Germanicus bare-headed and cuirassed with tunic standing, left, right hand raised and left hand holding eagle. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Caligula) 57. AE. 15.19 g. 29.60 mm. A choice example with lovely chocolate patina. Good VF.

Lot # 523 - Agrippina Senior, wife of Germanicus and mother of Caligula (died 33 AD). AE Sestertius, struck under Claudius. Obv. AGRIPPINA M F GERMANICI CAESARIS. Draped bust right, hair in long plait. Rev. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG GERM PM TR P IMP PP around large SC. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Claud.) 102; von Kaenel Type 78. AE. 27.72 g. 34.50 mm. Scarce. Choice example with deep green patina and reddish spots. Gently smoothed. VF.

Lot # 524 - Claudius (41-54). AV Aureus, Rome mint, c. 50-51 AD. Obv. TI CLAVD CAESAR AVG PM TR P X IMP PP. Laureate head right. Rev. SPQR/PP/OB CS within oak wreath. RIC I (2nd ed.) 53; Calicò 383. AU. 7.77 g. 19.00 mm. RRR. Extremely rare and superb, light patina. About EF/EF. Claudius ascended to the imperial throne following the tumultuous demise of his nephew, Caligula, positioning himself as an unexpected figure in Roman history. Despite facing physical disabilities and familial neglect, Claudius navigated the treacherous waters of Julio-Claudian politics, ultimately earning respect for his moderation and administrative prowess. His portrayal on Roman coinage, particularly on aurei adorned with the Corona Civica, reflects his role in preserving the lives of his subjects, echoing the heroic deeds of his predecessors. While contemporary critics like Seneca and modern scholars like Stevenson may question his merit, Claudius' reign witnessed notable accomplishments, including territorial expansions into Thrace, Lycia, and Judaea, as well as the initiation of the conquest of Britain. Moreover, his centralized bureaucratic reforms and infrastructure developments left a lasting legacy on the Roman Empire. Despite being portrayed as lowbrow and easily manipulated by some ancient historians, recent scholarship has aimed to rehabilitate Claudius' reputation, emphasizing his intellectual pursuits and administrative achievements, including his scholarly works on Etruscan and Carthaginian history. Though his written works have been lost to time, their influence on subsequent Roman scholars like Pliny the Elder underscores Claudius' enduring impact on Roman intellectual life and governance.

Lot # 525 - Claudius (41-54). AE Quadrans, Rome mint, 41 AD. Obv. [TI] CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG. Hand left, holding pair of scales; PNR below. Rev. PON M TR P IMP COS DES IT. Legend surrounding S C. RIC I (2nd ed.) 85. AE. 2.92 g. 18.00 mm. Choice example with light brown patina. Peripheral areas of flat strike, otherwise. EF.

Lot # 526 - Claudius (41-54). AE Quadrans, 41-54 AD. Obv. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG. Modius on three legs. Rev. PON M TR P IMP P P COS II. Legend surrounding S C. RIC I (2nd ed.) 90. AE. 3.10 g. 17.40 mm. A choice example. EF.

Lot # 527 - Claudius (41-54). AE As, Rome mint, 41-50 AD. Obv. TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG P M TR P IMP. Bare head left. Rev. LIBERTAS AVGVSTA SC. Libertas, draped, standing front, holding pileus in right hand and extending left. RIC I (2nd ed.) 97. AE. 8.09 g. 29.00 mm. Choice example with brown patina. Roughness, metal flaws on reverse. About EF.

Lot # 528 - Nero (54-68). AV Aureus, Rome mint, 65-66 AD. Obv. NERO CAESAR AVGVSTVS. Laureate head right. Rev. SALVS. Salus seated left on throne, holding patera and resting arm at side. RIC I (2nd ed.) 59; Calicò 445. AV. 7.31 g. 19.50 mm. R. Pair of dies of high artistic style. Centred and complete. Rare as such. Brilliant, with underlying luster. Insignificant minor scratches and light nick on edge. EF.

Lot # 529 - Nero (54-68). AV Aureus, 65-66 AD. Obv. NERO CAESAR AVGVSTVS. Laureate head right. Rev. VESTA above round, domed, hexastyle temple with three steps; within Vesta, draped, seated facing, head left, holding patera and long sceptre. RIC I (2nd ed.) 61; C. 334; Calicò 448. AV. 7.29 g. 20.00 mm. R. Rare and choice. Fascinating architectural type. Good VF/About EF.

Lot # 530 - Nero (54-68). AR Denarius, struck 68 AD. Obv. IMP NERO CAESAR AVG PP. Laureate head right. Rev. Legionary eagle between two standards. RIC I (2nd ed.) 68. AR. 3.16 g. 17.20 mm. RR. Very rare and fascinating issue. Light scratches. Good VF.

Lot # 531 - Nero (54-68). AE Dupondius. Rome mint, 65 AD. Obv. NERO CLAVD CAESAR AVG GER P M TR P IMP P P. Radiate head right. Rev. ROMA S C. Roma, helmeted, in military dress, seated left on cuirass, holding wreath in right hand and in left a parazonium; around and behind are various arms. RIC I (2nd ed.) 296. AE. 15.02 g. 28.50 mm. A choice example with lovely brown patina. Minor metal flaw and nick on edge on reverse. About EF/Good VF.

Lot # 532 - Nero (54-68). AE Dupondius. Rome mint, 65 AD. Obv. IMP NERO CLAVD CAESAR AVG GER P M TR P IMP P P. Radiate head right. Rev. ROMA S C. Roma, helmeted, in military dress, seated left on cuirass, holding wreath in right hand and in left a parazonium; around and behind are various arms. RIC I (2nd ed.) 344. AE. 13.69 g. 28.00 mm. Bold portrait. Delicate brown patina. About EF.

Lot # 533 - Galba (68-69). AE Sestertius, July 68 to January 69 AD. Obv. IMP SER SVLP GALBA CAES AVG TR P. Laurate and draped bust right. Rev. S - C. Victory alighting right, holding wreath in right hand, palm in left. RIC I (2nd ed.) 313; C. 254. AE. 26.27 g. 36.00 mm. Scarce. Bold portrait. Lovely river patina with its peculiar light roughnesses. Insignificant marks on edge. EF. Sold with old collection label.

Lot # 534 - Vitellius (69 AD). AE As, Spanish mint (Tarraco?). Obv. A VITELLIVS GERMANICVS IMP. Laureate head left. Rev. FIDES / [E]XERCITVM. Clasped hands. RIC I (2nd ed.) 42. AR. 10.52 g. 30.00 mm. Scarce. Superb example with earthy fields and green patina highlights. Flan slightly bent by the struck. Good VF.

Lot # 535 - Vitellius (69 AD). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Obv. A VITELLIVS GERM IMP AVG TR P. Laureate head right. Rev. L VITELLIVS COS III CENSOR. Bust of Vitellius laureate, draped right; eagle-tipped scepter in front. RIC I (2nd ed.) 95. AR. 3.05 g. 19.00 mm. RR. Very rare dynastic issue. Light scratches and metal flaw on reverse. VF.

Lot # 536 - Vitellius (69 AD). AR Denarius, Rome mint, late April-20 December 69 AD. Obv. A VITELLIVS GERM IMP AVG TR P. Laureate head right. Rev. LIBERTAS RESTITVTA. Libertas standing facing, head right, holding pileus and sceptre. RIC I (2nd ed.) 105; C. 47. AR. 3.34 g. 18.00 mm. R. Rare and choice. Lightly toned with iridescent hues. Superficial cleaning marks, otherwise. good VF.

Lot # 537 - Vespasian (69-79). AE Sestertius, 71 AD. Obv. IMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM TR P PP COS III. Laureate head right. Rev. ROMA, S-C. Roma standing left, holding Victory and spear. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 190. AE. 26.24 g. 35.50 mm. A spectacular bold portrait. Outstanding example enriched by an untouched river patina. EF/About EF.

Lot # 538 - Vespasian (69-79). AE Quadrans. Rome mint. Struck AD 71. Obv. IMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG. Palm-tree. Rev. PON [M TR P P] P COS III, S-C. Vexillum. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 340. AE. 2.41 g. 17.00 mm. R. Rare Judea capta issue. Deep green patina. Reverse slightly off-centre. Good VF.

Lot # 539 - Vespasian (69-79). AE Quadrans. Rome mint. Struck AD 71. Obv. IMP VESP-ASIAN AVG. Palm-tree. Rev. PM TR P PP COS III, S-C. Vexillum. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 351. AE. 1.89 g. 14.40 mm. R. Rare Judea capta issue. Pitted surfaces. VF.

Lot # 540 - Vespasian (69-79). AR Denarius, Rome mint, 72-73. Obv. [IMP C]AES VESP AVG P M COS IIII. Laureate head right. Rev. VICTORIA AVGVSTI. Victory, draped, advancing right, holding palm over left shoulder in left hand and with right about to place wreath on a standard set on ground. RIC II-p. 1 (2nd ed.) 362; C. 618. AR. 3.30 g. 17.00 mm. Scarce. Sound metal. Superb example with bold portrait. Lightly toned. About EF/Good VF. The mention of 'Victoria Augusti' on a coin of Vespasian from the year 73 AD likely reflects the military successes of the emperor, particularly in relation to the Jewish Revolt. Vespasian played a key role in quelling the rebellion and ultimately capturing Jerusalem in 70 AD. The inscription 'Victoria Augusti' celebrates these victories, portraying Vespasian as a triumphant leader favored by the gods. It underscores his authority and legitimacy as emperor, reinforcing his status as Augustus and highlighting his successful suppression of dissent within the empire. This coin serves as a testament to Vespasian's military prowess and his ability to maintain control over the Roman Empire during a tumultuous period.