COIN (ROMAN)

A Roman silver denarius of Octavian (27 BC - AD 14), dating to the period 29-27 BC (Reece period 1). Obverse: Octavian in quadriga right, holding branch in his right hand and sceptre in his left. IMP CAESAR in exergue. Reverse: Victory standing right on prow, holding wreath in her right hand and palm frond over her left shoulder. Mint of Brundisium or Rome. As RIC I, no. 264; RSC 115; Sear 1555.

Ruler: Republic
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Mint: Rome
Obverse: Octavian driving triumphal quadriga right, holding reins in left hand and branch in right.
Obverse legend: [IMP] . Caesar
Reverse: Victory standing right on prow, holding wreath in her right hand and palm frond over her left shoulder.
Dated: -29.0 to -27.0
Weight (g): 3.5
Diameter (mm): 19.0
Thickness (mm): 1.5
Completeness: Complete
Preservation: Good
Parish: Merton
District: Cherwell
County: Oxfordshire
Region: South East
Discovery method: Metal detector