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Æ18 - Augustus Aspendus 27 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 4.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Aspendus (Lycia et Pamphylia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 27 BC - 14 AD |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#393498 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cult statues of Aphrodite Kastnietides on basis.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΣ
Translation: Aspendus
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 mythological creature, the Griffin, on the other. The Griffin was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient mythology, and its inclusion on the coin may have been meant to convey the power and authority of the Roman Empire.