JULIUS CAESAR. AE Dupondius (14.25 gms), Rome Mint; C. Clovius, prefect, 46-45 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 3/5 Surface: 4/5. Flan Flaw. Cr-476/1A; CRI-62; Syd-1025. Obverse: Winged and draped bust of Victory right; Reverse: Minerva advancing left, holding trophy over shoulder and spears and shield; at feet to left, serpent gliding left with head erect. Despite a noted flan flaw upon the reverse, this example presents far better detail than is generally encountered for the type, with deep reddish-brown surfaces. From the Wink Jaffee Collection.
