★ A beautiful portrait of Octavian ★

Octavian, 44-27 BC. Denarius (Silver, 21 mm, 3.93 g, 2 h), uncertain Italian mint, circa 29-27. Laureate head of Octavian to right. Rev. IMP - CAESAR Rostral column, ornamented at sides with prows of ships and in front with two anchors, surmounted by statue of Octavian, naked except for cloak, standing front, head to right, holding spear in his right hand and parazonium in his left. BMC 633. Cohen 124. RIC 271. An exceptional piece with a beautiful portrait. The reverse struck slightly off center, otherwise, good extremely fine.