COIN (ROMAN)
Roman silver Denarius of Augustus. Uncertain Spanish mint. Reverse depicts the Temple of Mars the Avenger (Mars Ultor). Circa 19 BC.
RIC I, p. 47, no. 69a
Ruler: Augustus
Denomination: Denarius (Empire)
Material: Silver
Mint: Spain
Obverse: Bare-headed bust right
Obverse legend: CAESAR AVGVSTVS
Reverse: Circular domed temple showing four columns and containing figure of Mars, helmeted, stg. l., r. holding aquila, l. standard over l. shoulder
Reverse legend: MAR (left) VLT (right)
Dated: -19.0 to 
Parish: Weaverham
District: Cheshire West and Chester
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Region: North West
Discovery method: Metal detector
RIC reference: ric.1(2).aug.69A
Notes: Augustus promised Mars that he would build this temple if he defeated Cassius and Brutus at the Battle of Philippi (42 BC), thus 'avenging' the death of Julius Caesar (his adoptive father).