COIN (ROMAN)
An incomplete silver Roman Republican denarius of Mark Antony (42-30 BC) dating to the period 32 - 31 BC (Reece Period 1). LEG [???] reverse type depicting legionary eagle between two standards, for unclear legion. Travelling mint.

Diameter: 18.51mm, Weight: 3.3g

These coins were struck by Mark Antony in travelling mints for the use of his fleet and legions when he was preparing for the struggle with Octavius, which culminated in the Battle of Actium on the 2nd of September, 31 BC. The debased nature of this coinage meant that is remained in circulation for an extended period into the 3rd century AD so are most often found in very worn condition or with bankers' assay marks.
Ruler: Republic
Denomination: Denarius (Roman Republic)
Material: Silver
Mint: Moving with Republican issuer
Obverse: Galley with countermarked star above (six pointed)
Obverse legend: [ANT] AVG/ [III VIR R] P. C
Reverse: Legionary eagle between two standards
Reverse legend: LEG [???]
Dated: -42.0 to -30.0
Weight (g): 3.3
Diameter (mm): 18.51
Completeness: Incomplete
Preservation: Fair
Parish: Cranford
District: Kettering
County: Northamptonshire
Region: East Midlands
Discovery method: Metal detector