Bold Portraits
Octavian. Bronze, 38 BC, Italy. Obv. CAESAR-DIVI F. Bare head of Octavian right. Rev. DIVOS IVLIVS. Laureate head of Julius Caesar right. Cr. 535/1; B. (Julia) 98; C. 3; RPC I 620. 17.92 g. 31.00 mm. A choice example of this fascinating and historically important issue. Superb portraits, of wonderful style. Lovely even bright dark green patina. Weakly struck, as usual, otherwise. VF/Good VF.