CVC & Collectables presents this remarkable silver Denarius issued during the tense power struggles of the late Roman Republic, jointly bearing the names of Marc Antony and Octavian—future Augustus. Struck by moneyer M. Barbatius Pollio in 41 BC, this historic piece commemorates the fragile alliance of the Second Triumvirate and the divided Roman world that followed the assassination of Julius Caesar.
Graded XF by NGC with a perfect strike (5/5), this coin features bold portraits of two of Rome’s most pivotal leaders. Though it shows minor edge chips and a surface score of 2/5, the deep historical and political context of this issue makes it a highly desirable example of Imperatorial Roman coinage.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: Roman Republic (Imperatorial Period)
- Date: 41 BC
- Denomination: Denarius
- Weight: 3.60 grams
- Composition: Silver
- Obverse: Bare head of Marc Antony facing right; inscription around
- Reverse: Bare head of Octavian facing right; inscription around
- Moneyer: M. Barbatius Pollio
- Grade: NGC XF (Strike: 5/5, Surface: 2/5), edge chips noted
- Reference: Crawford 517/2, RSC 2
- Pedigree: Certified Authentic by NGC Ancients (#8233086-003)
Collectibility:
Denarii featuring both Marc Antony and Octavian are highly prized by collectors for their political symbolism, historical weight, and scarcity. This example, with sharp devices and inscriptions, offers strong eye appeal and a tangible link to the twilight of the Roman Republic.
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