COIN (ROMAN)

An incomplete Roman silver denarius, probably of Augustus (27 BC-AD 14) dating to the period 18 - 17 BC (Reece Period 1). Reverse depicts a Triumphal arch surmounted by a quadriga. Possibly mint of Colonia Patricia. cf. RIC I (2nd ed.), p. 50; nos. 134A-137. The coin is incomplete due to old breaks, with less than 50% of the coin remaining.

Ruler: Augustus
Denomination: Denarius (Empire)
Material: Silver
Mint: Spain
Mintmark: -//-
Obverse: Unclear head right
Obverse legend: Illegible
Reverse: Facing quadriga on triumphal arch, possible figure to left?
Reverse legend: Illegible
Dated: -18.0 to -17.0
Weight (g): 1.3
Thickness (mm): 1.47
Completeness: Incomplete
Parish: Hordley
District: Shropshire
County: Shropshire
Region: West Midlands
Discovery method: Metal detector