COIN (ROMAN)

A silver, Roman Republican Denarius, minted by Mark Anthony, legionary issue for the VIII (8th) legion. Obverse: a depiction of a Roman galley facing right. Inscription: ANT AVG [III VIR R P C]. Reverse: a depiction of a legionary eagle in the centre, with two standards either side. Inscription: LEG VIII.



The condition of the coin is good, with only patches of minor ware.

Ruler: Republic
Moneyer: Antonius, M.
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Mint: Moving with Republican issuer
Obverse: Roman galley facing right
Obverse legend: ANT AVG [III VIR R P C]
Reverse: Legionary eagle between two standards
Reverse legend: LEG VIII
Dated: -32.0 to -31.0
Completeness: Complete
Preservation: Good
Parish: Restricted Access
District: West Lindsey
County: Lincolnshire
Region: East Midlands
Place known as: Reepham area
Discovery method: Metal detector