COIN (ROMAN)

Roman silver denarius of Octavian dating to 42BC (Reece Period 1). Reverse: SC; legionary eagle surmounted by trophy of arms and flanked by two standards. Mint of Rome. See: RRC, p. 513, no. 497/3.

Ruler: Republic
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Mint: Rome
Obverse: Helmeted bust of Mars right, draped and with spear over shoulder. Border of dots.
Obverse legend: C[AES]AR [III·]VIR·R[·P·C]
Reverse: Aquila, surmounted by trophy and flanked by two standards; on either side of aquila, inscription. Border of dots.
Reverse legend: S C
Dated: -42.0 to -42.0
Weight (g): 3.3
Diameter (mm): 19.6
Completeness: Complete
Parish: Kempstone
District: Breckland
County: Norfolk
Region: Eastern
Discovery method: Metal detector