★ Mark Antony and Octavia ★

Marcus Antonius and Octavia AR Cistophorus, 39 BC

The Triumvirs. Marcus Antonius and Octavia. AR Cistophorus (28 mm, 11.23 g), Ephesus, Summer-autumn 39 BC.
Obv. M ANTONIVS IMP COS DESIG ITER ET TERT, Head of Antony right, wearing ivy wreath; lituus below; all within wreath of ivy and flowers.
Rev. III VIR R P C, Draped bust of Octavia right above cista mystica, flanked by interlaced serpents.
Syd. 1197; RPC 2201.

Lightly toned and good very fine.

Ex CNG Electronic Auction 281 (2012), lot 282 (sold for 1200 USD + fees).