Octavian and Divus Julius Caesar; AE Dupondius
Description:
Octavian and Divus Julius Caesar. AE Dupondius, uncertain Southern Italian mint, 38 BC. Bare head of Octavian right / Wreathed head of Divus Julius Caesar right.
Diameter:
AE28 mm
Weight:
16,36 g
Grade:
aF/aF
Attribution:
Crawford 535/1; CRI 308; Sydenham 1335
Commentary:
rare; grey patina, weak details, dimple on reverse
History:
Octavian probably never used his cognomen Octavianus after his adoption by the will of Julius Caesar.
Article Number:
062-07-05-44493