COIN (ROMAN)

A Roman silver denarius of Mark Anthony (42-30BC), dating to 32-31 BC (Reece period 1). LEG XXIII reverse type, depicting a legionary eagle between two standards. Probably struck in Patrae, circa 32-31BC.



The 'legionary' coinage of Mark Antony honoured twenty three legions This particular coin is commemorating Legio XXIII.



Sear (2000), p283, number 1479. RRC 544/18

Ruler: Republic
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Mintmark: none/illegible
Obverse: Galley, right.
Obverse legend: ANT.[AVG] III.VIR.R.P.C
Reverse: Eagle between standards.
Reverse legend: LEG XXIII
Dated: -32.0 to -31.0
Weight (g): 3.07
Diameter (mm): 17.5
Completeness: Complete
Parish: Restricted Access
District: Bath and North East Somerset
County: Bath and North East Somerset
Region: South West
Place known as: Shoscombe CP
Discovery method: Metal detector