The Triumvirs. Octavian. 28 BC. AR Denarius (19.5mm, 3.67 g, 1h). “Aegypto Capta” commemorative. Uncertain mint in Italy (Rome?). Near VF.

CNG Feature Auction 132
Lot: 735. Estimated: $ 1 500

Roman Republican, Coin-in-Hand Video, Silver

Sold For $ 3 125. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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The Triumvirs. Octavian. 28 BC. AR Denarius (19.5mm, 3.67 g, 1h). “Aegypto Capta” commemorative. Uncertain mint in Italy (Rome?). Bare head right; lituus behind neck / Crocodile standing right with jaws open; AEGVPTO above, CAPTA below. CRI 430; RIC I 275a; RSC 2. Lightly toned with hints of iridescence, banker’s mark and scrapes on obverse. Near VF.

Following the decisive battle of Actium in August of 30 BC, Octavian invaded Egypt and founded the Prefecture of Egypt, leaving intact the Ptolemaic cultural and administrative structures. Octavian struck this issue to commemorate that event; the reverse depicts a crocodile, the symbol of the country and, locally, an important deity. The reverse legend communicates clearly that the once proud nation of Egypt had been captured and reduced to the status of a Roman province.

The final winners of all CNG Feature Auction 132 lots will be determined at the live online sale that will be held on 18-19 May 2026.

CNG Feature Auction 132 – Session Three – Lot 588-888 will be held Tuesday morning, 19 May 2026 beginning at 9:00 AM ET.

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