The Caesarians. Julius Caesar. January-April 46 BC. AR Denarius (18mm, 3.80 g, 6h). Uncertain mint, possibly Utica. Good VF.

CNG Feature Auction 133
Lot: 513. Estimated: $ 500

Roman Republican, Coin-in-Hand Video, Silver

Sold For $ 1 600. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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The Caesarians. Julius Caesar. January-April 46 BC. AR Denarius (18mm, 3.80 g, 6h). Uncertain mint, possibly Utica. Wreathed head of Ceres right / Emblems of the augurate and pontificate: simpulum, aspergillum, guttus, and lituus; D (donativum = largess) to right. Crawford 467/1a; CRI 57; Sydenham 1023; RSC 4a; RBW 1637. Lightly toned, underlying luster. Good VF.

Ex Classical Numismatic Group 105 (10 May 2017), lot 730.

A parallel issue contains an “M” (mvnvs = gift) in place of the “D.” Both types were struck to pay Caesar’s successful legions after the battle of Thapsus, 6 April 46 BC. Ceres is emblematic of Africa and its grain producing wealth.

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CNG Feature Auction 133 – Session Two – Lot 309-594 will be held Tuesday morning, 15 September 2026 beginning at 2:00 PM ET.

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