RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Marcus Lepidus< 1 of 1 > Back minted in Italy
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Marcus LepidusThis silver coin was struck at a mint in Italy by Marcus Lepidus in 42 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the reverse of the coin. Around the portrait of Octavian is the legend 'CAESAR.IMP.III.VIR.R.P.C.' (the MP joined). Octavian, with Lepidus (whose portrait appears on the obverse) and Antony, was a member of a triumvirate, ruling the Republic after Caesar's death. Most Roman Republican coins were issued by officials called moneyers. However, in troubled times, and increasingly towards the end of the Republic, the politicians themselves began to mint issues, in part to pay for their troops. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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