10 BC NGC Gen Augustus AE As Roman Empire Altar Lugdunum Lyons (26050601C)

Genuine Roman Empire AE As coin.

Struck for Emperor Augustus circa 10 BC at the Lugdunum (Lyons) Mint.

Approx. 27mm, RIC 230, Foss 92, we grade as Fine.

Historic type issued to commemorate the dedication of the altar of Lugdunum and creation of the Community of the Gauls.

Certified by NGC to Genuine.

Obverse: CAESAR PONT MAX Head of Augustus laureate right.

Reverse: ROM ET AVG The altar of Lugdunum, Altar highly decorated with corona civica, laurels and nude male figures and Victories flanking.