Julius Caesar Gold Aureus Framed Roman Art 46 BC Aulus Hirtius Vesta VF To CHVF

Offered is an exceptional Roman gold aureus of Julius Caesar, struck at Rome in 46 BC under the authority of Aulus Hirtius, presented as a professionally framed work of classical art.

Struck on an unusually broad and well-centered flan, this aureus displays strong relief and a refined portrait of Vesta, symbolizing Rome’s sacred hearth and Caesar’s role as Pontifex Maximus. The reverse features priestly implements, reinforcing Caesar’s unique fusion of political, military, and religious power at the moment the Roman Republic was giving way to Empire.

The gold surfaces are original and untouched, with a natural ancient texture and warm patina—no polishing, tooling, or modern interference. Were this coin submitted to NGC Ancients, it would conservatively grade VF to Choice VF.

This piece was privately owned by a prestigious Los Angeles banker in the 1990s and has remained quietly held for decades. It is fresh to the market, with no recent auction exposure.

Tastefully framed with neutral archival materials and paired with a classical architectural engraving, this aureus reads first as art—and then, on closer inspection, as original Roman gold struck during Caesar’s lifetime.

A rare opportunity to acquire history, authority, and aesthetics in a single object.