© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Æ19 - Augustus EΓΕΣΤΑΙΩΝ 27 BC - 21 BC
| Bronze | 10.24 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Segesta (Sicilia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 27 BC - 21 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.24 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#407107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aeneas carrying palladium and Anchises, left; above, crescent; behind, eagle.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first emperor of ancient Rome, on one side, and a depiction of a woman, possibly a representation of the goddess Ceres, on the other side. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 21 BC, and was likely used as a means of circulating currency throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 10.24 grams suggests that it was a common coin used for everyday transactions.