© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Æ20 ΚΑΙΣΑΡΕΩΝ, Η 15 BC - 1 BC
| Bronze | 4.83 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Caesarea (Bosporus) (Northern Black Sea) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 15 BC - 1 BC |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.83 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#435568 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sceptre.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΑΙΣΑΡΕΩΝ
Η
Unabridged legend: Καίσαρέων ηʹ
Translation: of the Caesareans, 8
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Augustus (also known as Octavian) on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Aphrodite on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and it highlights the influence of Roman culture and religion on the cities and territories under its rule.