***Auction Highlight*** ULTRA RARE!! Mark Antony 32-31 BC Ancient Rome Silver Legionary Denarii Ancient Grades XF. Marc Antony was a pivotal figure in the annals of Roman history, not only as a storied military general and the famed lover of Cleopatra but also as an influential issuer of various ancient coins. Antony’s coinage provides numismatists with a trove of historical information, symbolic designs, and testimony to his role in the monetary world of Rome. Denarii of the LegionsThe most renowned coins struck by Marc Antony are his legionary denarii minted in 32-31 BC. These coins were produced in mass to pay his legions in the lead-up to the Battle of Actium against his rival, Octavian (later Augustus).The obverse depicts a galley, while the reverse showcases the standards of a particular legion, with an inscription naming that legion. The legion number on the coin’s reverse identifies the specific legion to which the coin was issued. There were several legions, and each was commemorated with its denarius, making these coins a fascinating study for those keen on understanding Roman military organization and the propaganda value of numismatics.The Battle of Actium between Antony’s and Octavian’s fleet (led by Marcus Agrippa) took place on September 2, 31 BC. The Decisive battle was the Final War of the Roman Republic. Octavian later became Augustus, the first Emperor of the Roman Empire.The Marc Antony Legionary Denarius is also a popular coin among collectors A Key Date's Pick, Bid to Win, Don't let it get Away Coin