

Caius Julius Caesar. AR Denarius, mint moving with Caesar, 49-48 BC. Obv. Elephant advancing right, trampling on horned snake; in exergue, CAESAR. Rev. Pontifical emblems: culullus, aspergillum, axe and apex. Cr. 443/1; B. (Julia) 9. 3.72 g. 19 mm. Choice example, lovely golden tone over brilliant surfaces. Area of flat strike, otherwise. EF.