AD 14-37 Tiberius Gold Aureus Lugdunum Livia as Pax NGC XF 5x3

This remarkable gold aureus was struck during the reign of Emperor Tiberius (14-37 AD) at the Lugdunum mint in present-day Lyon, France. Tiberius was the second Roman Emperor and stepson of Augustus, ruling during a period of consolidation and economic prosperity. This coin represents the third type in the famous "12 Caesars" series, featuring the innovative reverse design of Livia depicted as Pax, goddess of peace.

The obverse displays a finely detailed laureate portrait of Tiberius facing right, surrounded by the inscription TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVSTVS. The reverse presents an elegant seated figure of Livia as Pax, holding a branch and scepter, with the legend PONTIF MAXIM clearly visible. The coin exhibits well-struck details throughout both sides with attractive golden surfaces showing the skilled craftsmanship of the Lugdunum mint.

NGC has graded this aureus as Extremely Fine with exceptional technical marks of Strike 5/5 and Surface 3/5. The coin displays bright golden luster with minor surface marks consistent with its grade, while maintaining strong definition in the portrait and reverse imagery. This type represents an important historical intersection of imperial propaganda and family honor, making it highly sought after by collectors of Roman imperial coinage. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.