

Octavianus. Fourrée Denarius, mint moving with Octavianus, 42 BC. Obv. Helmeted bust of Mars right, draped and with spear over shoulder; behind, CAESAR (sometimes AR ligate); before, III·VIR·R·P·C. Rev. Aquila surmounted by trophy and flanked by two standards; on either side, S·C. Cr. 497/3. 2.79 g. 19.00 mm. R. Nice example of this rare issue, fourrée but with a perfect silvering. Delicate light tone with warm hues. EF.