Julius Caesar. 49-48 BC. AR Denarius (4.04 gm). CAESAR in exergue, elephant right, trampling on serpent / Simpulum, sprinkler, axe (surmounted by a dog's head) and priest's hat. Crawford 443/1; Sear, CRI 9; Sydenham 1006; BMCRR (Gaul) 27; RSC 49. Attractively toned EF. ($1000) Triton V Sale, 16 Jan 2002, lot 1826. Lot sold for $1050, plus buyers fees. By permission of CNG, www.cngcoins.com.