COIN (ROMAN)

A silver denarius of Augustus dating to the period of 15 BC to 13 BC. IMP X reverse type depicting a bull butting right. Mint of Lugdunum. RIC I (rev.ed.), p.52, no.167a.


This coin is in exemplary condition and is rare for Sussex.

Ruler: Augustus
Denomination: Denarius (Empire)
Material: Silver
Mint: Lugdunum
Obverse: Bare head right
Obverse legend: AVGVSTVS DIVI F (in retrograde)
Reverse: Bull butting right
Reverse legend: IMP X i(n exergue)
Dated: -15.0 to -13.0
Weight (g): 3.78
Diameter (mm): 18.52
Thickness (mm): 2.33
Completeness: Complete
Preservation: Good
Parish: Restricted Access
District: Chichester
County: West Sussex
Region: South East
Place known as: Chichester District
Discovery method: Metal detector