Emperor Augustus Denarius Pendant
Coin: Silver Denarius
Obverse: Portrait of Octavian (Augustus)
Reverse: Naval and military trophy comprising helmet, cuirass, shield, and crossed spears, set on the prow of a galley, crossed rudder and anchor at base.
Date: c. 30-29 B.C.
Bezel: 14k Gold
Weight: 4.99 grams
Diameter: 18 mm / .70 inches
Description
This item is an authentic Roman silver denarius coin, placed in a handmade bezel of 14 karat gold. There is only 1 of this item; you will receive the exact pendant shown in the photos.
Chain necklaces can be purchased separately through this link.
History of the Artifact
This silver denarius was minted around 30–29 B.C., shortly after Octavian’s decisive victory over Mark Antony and Cleopatra. The obverse bears the portrait of Octavian, who was soon to take the name Augustus, presented as calm, youthful, and confident — the new master of the Roman world. His image at this time symbolized the restoration of order after years of chaos, a leader who brought peace through victory. The coin dates from the period immediately following the Battle of Actium and the annexation of Egypt, when Octavian returned to Rome as the undisputed ruler, poised to transform the Republic into an empire under his control.
The reverse design depicts a detailed naval and military trophy — a helmet, cuirass, shield, and crossed spears mounted upon the prow of a ship, with a rudder and anchor below. This imagery celebrated Octavian’s triumph over the combined land and sea forces of Antony and Cleopatra, a victory that had unified the Roman world under his command. The naval elements evoke the supremacy of Rome’s fleet at Actium, while the arms and armor symbolize conquest and military discipline. These coins circulated widely, proclaiming Octavian’s dominion and the dawn of a new era — one in which the sea, the sword, and divine favor all stood behind the future Augustus, first emperor of Rome.
Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts guarantees the Authenticity of items sold through a three layer system of protection:
- Ancient Artifacts exclusively sources artifacts from trusted and reputable antique distributors, many of whom have been selling Artifacts for decades.
- Next, the Artifact is inspected by an expert team member, who is professionally trained in counterfeit detection After the artifact passes inspection, the Certificate of Authenticity is signed and the Artifact is packaged.
- Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.
Your order will include:
- Augustus Denarius Pendant shown in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts relics are guaranteed authentic and have a 100% money back policy. Read more about our Mission and Promise for authenticity.
Original: $1,100.00
-65%$1,100.00
$385.00
Description
Coin: Silver Denarius
Obverse: Portrait of Octavian (Augustus)
Reverse: Naval and military trophy comprising helmet, cuirass, shield, and crossed spears, set on the prow of a galley, crossed rudder and anchor at base.
Date: c. 30-29 B.C.
Bezel: 14k Gold
Weight: 4.99 grams
Diameter: 18 mm / .70 inches
Description
This item is an authentic Roman silver denarius coin, placed in a handmade bezel of 14 karat gold. There is only 1 of this item; you will receive the exact pendant shown in the photos.
Chain necklaces can be purchased separately through this link.
History of the Artifact
This silver denarius was minted around 30–29 B.C., shortly after Octavian’s decisive victory over Mark Antony and Cleopatra. The obverse bears the portrait of Octavian, who was soon to take the name Augustus, presented as calm, youthful, and confident — the new master of the Roman world. His image at this time symbolized the restoration of order after years of chaos, a leader who brought peace through victory. The coin dates from the period immediately following the Battle of Actium and the annexation of Egypt, when Octavian returned to Rome as the undisputed ruler, poised to transform the Republic into an empire under his control.
The reverse design depicts a detailed naval and military trophy — a helmet, cuirass, shield, and crossed spears mounted upon the prow of a ship, with a rudder and anchor below. This imagery celebrated Octavian’s triumph over the combined land and sea forces of Antony and Cleopatra, a victory that had unified the Roman world under his command. The naval elements evoke the supremacy of Rome’s fleet at Actium, while the arms and armor symbolize conquest and military discipline. These coins circulated widely, proclaiming Octavian’s dominion and the dawn of a new era — one in which the sea, the sword, and divine favor all stood behind the future Augustus, first emperor of Rome.
Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts guarantees the Authenticity of items sold through a three layer system of protection:
- Ancient Artifacts exclusively sources artifacts from trusted and reputable antique distributors, many of whom have been selling Artifacts for decades.
- Next, the Artifact is inspected by an expert team member, who is professionally trained in counterfeit detection After the artifact passes inspection, the Certificate of Authenticity is signed and the Artifact is packaged.
- Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.
Your order will include:
- Augustus Denarius Pendant shown in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts relics are guaranteed authentic and have a 100% money back policy. Read more about our Mission and Promise for authenticity.
