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Aureus - Marcus Antonius and Octavia M·ANTONIVS·M·F·M·N·AVGVR·IMP·TER / COS·DESIGN·ITER·ET·TER·III·VIR·R·P·C 38 BC
38 BC year| Gold | 7.96 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 38 BC |
| Value | Aureus (25) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.96 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#333088 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Octavia, right.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS · DESIGN · ITER · ET · TER · III · VIR · R · P · C
Unabridged legend: Consul Designatus Iterum et Tertium Triumvir Rei Publicæ Constituendæ
Translation: Consul designated for the third time, triumvir for the restoration of the Republic
Comment
Less than ten examples known.As part of a pact at Brundisium in 42 BC, shortly after the Battle of Philippi, Marc Antony agreed to Octavian's arrangement to marry his widowed sister, Octavia. She traveled with Antony for several years and assisted in negotiating the renewal of the triumvirate in 37 BC, which would last until 33 BC.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portrait of Marcus Antonius (Marc Antony) and Octavia, who were both prominent figures in ancient Rome. Marcus Antony was a powerful Roman general and politician, while Octavia was the sister of Julius Caesar and the wife of Marcus Antony. The coin was minted in 38 BC, during the Roman Republic, and it is made of gold, weighing 7.96 grams. The coin's design and inscription reflect the political and cultural significance of the time, showcasing the power and influence of the Roman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-38) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Aureus - Marcus Antonius and Octavia (M·ANTONIVS·M·F·M·N·AVGVR·IMP·TER / COS·DESIGN·ITER·ET·TER·III·VIR·R·P·C) (38 BC) coin.
