Æ18 - Augustus (IMB) (27 BC - 14 AD) front Æ18 - Augustus (IMB) (27 BC - 14 AD) back
Æ18 - Augustus (IMB) (27 BC - 14 AD) photo
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Æ18 - Augustus IMB 27 BC - 14 AD

 
Bronze 5.49 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Imbrus (Thracia)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
27 BC - 14 AD
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.49 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#418383
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Caduceus between caps of the Dioscuri and stars.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IMB

Interesting fact

The Augustus coin from Imbrus (Thracia) has an interesting feature. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts Augustus wearing a laurel wreath, symbolizing his status as a Roman Emperor. The reverse (back) side of the coin features a representation of the goddess Diana, highlighting the cultural influence of the Roman Empire on the region where the coin was minted.