COIN (ROMAN)
A struck/ hammered silver denarius of Octavian, minted in Gaul in 42 BC (diameter: 17.4mm; thickness: 1.9mm; weight: 3.26g).  The coin is worn but in a fair condition.

Reference: Michael H Crawford, 'Roman Republican Coinage I & II', 1974, pages 512-3 & plate LX, ref no 497/2a.
Ruler: Republic
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Mint: Gallic mint
Obverse: Head of Octavian facing right (bearded) within circular border.
Obverse legend: [ ]AESAR II[ ] VIR [  ]
Reverse: Curule chair, of which the front and back legs are decorated with sculptured eagles, and on which lies a wreath.
Reverse legend: CAESA[  ]C[  ]
Dated: -42.0 to 
Weight (g): 3.26
Diameter (mm): 17.4
Thickness (mm): 1.9
Preservation: Fair
Parish: Hammerwich
District: Lichfield
County: Staffordshire
Region: West Midlands
Discovery method: Metal detector