RecordCoin (obverse), Denarius, of Augustusminted somewhere in Italy
Coin (obverse), Denarius, of AugustusThis silver coin was minted somewhere in Italy by Octavian (later known as the emperor Augustus) around 29 to 27 BC. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the obverse of the coin. The obverse has the bare head of Octavian, facing to the right. It has been struck off centre, and there is a flaw in the coin behind the head. The Romans needed coins for one main purpose - to pay the salaries of her huge military force. They were also needed to pay the salaries of her officials and to fund public works and special payments to the poor. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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