COIN (ROMAN)
Roman copper alloy coin of Augustus, possibly a core for a plated denarius, copying a coin of Lugdunum, 7-6BC
For possible prototype, see RIC I, p. 55, no. 207.
Ruler: Augustus
Denomination: Denarius (Empire)
Material: Copper alloy
Mint: Lugdunum
Obverse: Head laureate right.
Obverse legend: CAESAR AUGUSTUS DIVI F PATER PATRIAE
Reverse: Caius and Lucius standing facing with a shield and spear between.
Reverse legend: C L CAESARES AUGUSTI F COS DESIG PRINC IVVENT
Dated: -27.0 to 14.0
Weight (g): 3.67
Thickness (mm): 1.93
County: Devon
Region: South West
Discovery method: Metal detector