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Ancient Rome - 37 CE Caligula AE Sestertius NGC Choice XF

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6127206003

A very rare copper Sestertius of Caligula, one of the most popular of the 12 Caesar collection right now. Struck circa 37-38 and weiging 28.43g. The obverse features C·CAESAR·AVG·GERMANICVS·PON·M·TR·POT around the laureated head of Caligula facing left. The reverse features S·P·Q·R / P·P / OB·CIVES / SERVATOS within oak wreath. C 24. BMC 38. RIC 37. CBN 50.
This is a VERY rare Roman Sestertius and usually impossible in such an exceptional state of preservation. We note the bold engraving of the portrait, obviously the handiwork work of a very skilled master engraver and an incredibly finely detailed reverse die. Overall, this specimen has a pleasant brown-green patina and good extremely fine


$39,500.00
A truly stunning portrait sestertius of Caligula. The portrait "jumps off the coin". The color is spectacular and this is about as close to mint state as a bronze coin can be. The reverse type with P(ater) P(atriae) and OB CIVES SERVATOS shows the honorific titles bestowed upon the emperor by the Roman senate upon his ascension. These honors along with the obverse honors of Pon(tifex) M(aximus) and Tr(ibunicias) Pot(estas) run the whole gamut of titles earned by Augustus. Sadly, Caligula would prove to merit none of these honors as his rule, which started with much hope, quickly eroded to the point that he was eventually killed by his own praetorian guard. The portrait style here is highly idealized as was the case with Augustus. Caligula takes on strong god-like qualities on this coin and the delicate engraving is a sign that the new school of Roman engravers started under the rule of Tiberius was still quite capable of executing artistic work. 
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Grading Service NGC
Year of Issue NONE
Grade XF45
Ancient Year Range 1-100 AD
Denom Type Ancient
Numeric Denomination AE Sestertius
Mint Location NONE
Designation NONE
Circ/UnCirc Circulated
Strike Type Business
Holder Variety Strike 5/5; Surface 4/5
Grade Add On NONE
Holder Type N/A

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