OCTAVIAN. AR Denarius (3.52 gms), Uncertain Italian Mint (possibly Rome), 32-31 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5.

CRI-397; RIC-251 (Augustus). Obverse: Diademed head of Venus right; Reverse: Octavian advancing left, extending arm holding transverse spear. A popular Roman Imperatorial issue from Octavian, this example displays a bold and relatively well centered strike considering the issue. A bit of surface porosity is noted, but only light wear.

Ex: Classical Numismatic Group 76 (9/2007) Lot # 1311.