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Augustus 27 BC-14 AD. Denarius 19 mm 15-13 BC Lugdunum. Bare head r. AVGVSTVS DIVI F / IMP X ACT Apollo standing left, holding lyre and plectrum. RIC 171a; good extremely fine
splendid style of portrait and rich in detail depiction of Apollo
Amongst all gods of the Roman pantheon, Apollo was Augustus' favorite. Apollo was his patron and the victory in the battle of Actium was connected to the god because a sanctuary of Apollo was situated in the forelands of Actium.
Additional Information
Category 1 | Roman Imperial Coins |
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Ruler | Augustus |
Reign | 27 BC-14 AD |
Denomination | Denarius |
Date | 15-13 BC |
Mint | Lugdunum |
Material | Silver |
Condition | good extremely fine |
Catalogue | RIC 171a |
Weight | 3.95 g |
Diameter | 19 mm |
Item Number | 84257 |