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'.

Object Details

ID: MEC0172
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
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