Description: This very rare ancient Roman coin from the Roman Province of Colonia Patricia in what is now modern day Spain is a true find for collectors. Minted between 27 BC to 14 AD, it represents a significant time in ancient Roman history. The coins obverse features the image of Emperor Augustus. The reverse depicts a cap and simpulum (ladle). Colonia Patricia was originally an Iberian city (Corduba), but was refounded by the Romans in 206 BC. Both Seneca the Elder and Younger were said to have been from Corduba along with the Roman poet Lucan. The city served as an important Byzantine centre before being conquered by the Visigoths in the 6th century AD. The Visigoths held the city until its capture by the Moors in AD711 when it became one of the most important Muslim cities in the Western Mediterranean under the name of Qurṭuba. Modern Córdoba. Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus, also known as Octavian, was the founder of the Roman Empire. He reigned as the first Roman emperor from 27 BC until his death in AD 14. The reign of Augustus initiated an imperial cult, as well as an era of imperial peace in which the Roman world was largely free of armed conflict. The coin is very rare and is a must-have for any serious collector of ancient Roman coins. Its era and ruler, Emperor Augustus, make it a valuable addition to any collection. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of ancient history with this remarkable coin. 2403
Price: 99.89 USD
Location: Capitola, California
End Time: 2024-11-26T05:32:08.000Z
Shipping Cost: 3.95 USD
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Denomination: AE15
Historical Period: Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD)
Composition: Bronze
Year: 27BC-14AD
Era: Ancient
Fineness: Unk
KM Number: Unk
Ruler: Augustus
Country/Region of Manufacture: Colonia Patricia
Variety: Cap and Simpulum
Certification: Uncertified