Mark Antony Legionary Denarius LEG II

ANT AVG III VIR R P C
galley r. mast with banners at prow

LEG II
legionary eagle between two standards

Patrae mint 32-31BC

3.17g

Perfect tiny hole for suspension with great dark toning

Origianlly founded by Pompey the Great in 84 BC. Legio II was given the title of "Augusta" in about 25 BC by Augustus. The II Augusta legion took part in Germanicus' campaigns in Germany and was commanded by Germanicus' friend Publius Vitellius who held the rank of legate. Publius Vitellius later prosecuted Piso for the murder of Germanicus.

Ex-ECIN, Ex-Littleton Coin Company

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