Augustus (Syria, Antioch) [Sold]

Augustus, Ruled 27 BC-14 AD
AE30, Syria, Antioch Mint
Obverse: IMP•AVGVST• – TR•POT, laureate bust of Augustus right.
Reverse: Large SC within laurel-wreath of eight leaves fastened at top with pellet, between inner and outer borders.
Notes: Reverse is slightly double-struck, which is typical of this early issue (per Butcher, Coinage in Roman Syria).
References: RPC I 4247, McAlee 206b
Size: 30mm, 18.0g

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