AUGUSTUS, 27 B.C.- A.D. 14. AR Denarius (3.92 gms), Uncertain mint in Spain, possibly Colonia Patricia, ca. 17-16 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Brushed. RIC-130; RSC-22. Obverse: Bare head left; Reverse: Capricorn right, holding globus attached to rudder between front hooves; cornucopia above its back. Lustrous and vibrant with a light, alluring tone, this issue is quite RARE with a left-facing bust of Augustus. As such, an excellent opportunity for the advanced collector of this first emperor of Rome.
