Æ12 - Augustus (ΙΛΙ) (27 BC - 14 AD) front Æ12 - Augustus (ΙΛΙ) (27 BC - 14 AD) back
Æ12 - Augustus (ΙΛΙ) (27 BC - 14 AD) photo
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Æ12 - Augustus ΙΛΙ 27 BC - 14 AD

 
Bronze 2.1 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Ilium (Conventus of Adramyteum)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
27 BC - 14 AD
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.1 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#413422
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Athena Ilias, right; to right, monogram ΑΦΥ

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΙΛΙ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which marked the beginning of the Roman Empire and the end of the Roman Republic. The coin's design reflects the blending of Roman and Greek cultures that occurred during this time period.