© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Æ18 - Augustus and Rhoemetalces I ΚΑΙΣΑΡΟΣ ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟΥ 11 BC - 12 AD
| Bronze | 4.24 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Sapaean Kingdom (Thracians) |
|---|---|
| King | Rhoemetalces I (Ῥοιμητάλκης) (15 BC - 12 AD) |
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 11 BC - 12 AD |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.24 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#76476 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Bare head of Augustus right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΑΙΣΑΡΟΣ ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟΥ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of Roman and Thracian elements. The obverse side bears the image of Augustus Caesar, while the reverse side features Rhoemetalces I, a Thracian king, indicating a political alliance between the two powers. This coin is a unique representation of the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (11 BC - 12 AD) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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