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Historical Background
Augustus. Sestertius. 25 BC. Uncertain Asian mint. (Ric-I 501 Pergamum). (Bmcre-713 Pergamum). (RPC-I 2233 Asia). Anv.: AVGVSTVS, bare head to right. Rev.: CA within rostral wreath. . 25,48 g.
Ex Triton V, Classical Numismatic Group (15/01/2002), lot 1762. Ex Robert Schonwalter Collection.
The mint identity and reverse legend of the Augustan CA issues has long been discussed (for a survey of theories see RPC I, pp. 380-381), but the reverse 'CA' may refer to the stabilised Communitas Asiae.
Following the defeat of Antony and Cleopatra, Augustus returned to Italy via Asia, most likely personally sanctioning at Pergamum the temple dedicated to himself and Rome. At the end of the civil war, Augustus sought to restore peace to the empire and to reinforce her frontiers.
This was achieved by establishing diplomatic relations with the surrounding rulers, and the placement of Agrippa as proconsul of Asia Minor once Augustus had returned to Rome in 19 BC. Almost XF. Est...1200,00.
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