44BC Julius Caesar Portrait Denarius NGC Ch XF Bull Reverse ex Ratto 1927 Rare
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description: JULIUS CAESAR PORTRAIT DENARIUS – THE LAST PORTRAIT OF ROME’S GREATEST CONQUEROR 42 BC Roman Imperatorial AR Denarius | Julius Caesar | NGC Choice XF | Ex Ratto Collection (1927) ⸻ A Coin Struck in the Shadow of Assassination Few ancient coins capture the turning point of world history quite like this magnificent silver denarius depicting Julius Caesar, the man whose ambition ended the Roman Republic and ushered in the Roman Empire. Although Caesar was assassinated on the Ides of March in 44 BC, this remarkable portrait denarius was struck just two years later in 42 BC by L. Livineius Regulus, preserving the image of Rome’s most celebrated general while his adopted heir, Octavian (the future Augustus), fought to avenge his murder. Unlike lifetime portraits that proclaimed Caesar’s unprecedented authority, these early posthumous issues became political statements, reminding every Roman citizen that Caesar’s legacy remained alive—and that his assassins would not be forgotten. Certified NGC Choice Extremely Fine with exceptional 5/5 Surfaces, this impressive example boasts attractive cabinet toning, strong remaining detail, and remarkable eye appeal. ⸻ Historic Specifications * Roman Imperatorial * Julius Caesar (d. 44 BC) * Silver Denarius * Minted: 42 BC * Moneyer: L. Livineius Regulus * Weight: 3.97 grams * NGC Ancients Choice XF * Strike: 3/5 * Surface: 5/5 * Pedigree: Ex R. Ratto Fixed Price List (1927), Lot 586 An early 20th-century pedigree such as R. Ratto (1927) adds another level of desirability, connecting this coin to one of the legendary European collections assembled during the golden age of ancient coin collecting. ⸻ The Portrait of Julius Caesar The obverse presents one of antiquity’s most recognizable faces. Caesar is shown realistically rather than idealized—a revolutionary departure from earlier Roman tradition. His lined features, receding hairline, and commanding expression project experience, authority, and military genius rather than youthful per…
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