Denarius
A denarius. Commemorating the battle of Actium BC31. Obverse: Winged bust of Victory, (right). Reverse: Octavius Caesar. standing as Neptune, a trident in his left and an aplustre of a ship in his right hand. Inscription: 'CAESAR DIVI.F'.
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Object Details
ID: | MEC0172 |
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Collection: | Coins and medals |
Type: | Coin |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Unknown |
Events: | Battle of Actium, 31BC |
Date made: | 29 BC |
People: | Caesar, Augustus Octavianus Gaius Julius |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
Measurements: | Overall: 18 mm |