Return of the Standards Lost by Crassus
Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD) . AR Denarius, P. Petronius Turpilianus, moneyer, Rome mint. Obv. TVRPILIANVS III [VIR] / F[ERON] Diademed and draped bust of Feronia right. Rev. [CAES]AR AVGVSTVS SIG[N RECE] Parthian kneeling right in attitude of submission, extending right hand and offering up vexillum marked X. RIC I (2nd ed.) 288. 3.68 g. 18.00 mm. R. Rare. Sharply struck and superb, with underlying luster.
Enchanting iridescent tone,with red and blue highlights. Slightly off centre, otherwise. good EF.
Enchanting iridescent tone,with red and blue highlights. Slightly off centre, otherwise. good EF.