Roman Imperatorial Coinage, Post Second Triumvirate, Octavian, Denarius, Italy, possibly Brundisium or Rome, autumn 31-summer 30 BC, bust of Victory, wings spread, right, rev. caesar d[–] either side of nude male figure, possibly Neptune, standing left with right foot on globe, holding aplustre in right hand and sceptre in left, 3.51g/3h (Ghey 380, this coin; BMC 615; RIC 256; RSC 60). About fine £60-£80

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, British Iron Age Coins from the Helmingham Hoard.

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SF 391

This type records the naval victory of Actium, on September 2nd 31 BC, commemorating Octavian’s achievement against Mark Antony and Cleopatra. This monumental issue marks the beginning of a new era.