© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Æ21 - Augustus 1 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 5.06 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Emerita (Lusitania) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1 BC - 14 AD |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.06 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#333063 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aquila between two signa.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVGVSTA EMERITA
LEG
V X
Unabridged legend:
Augusta Emerita
Legio Quinque Dixi
Translation:
Colony of Augusta Emerita
Legions V and X
Comment
The legions V Alaudae and X Gemina were among the first to inhabit Augusta Emerita, when veterans of both legions were given land there.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 Roman warship on the other. This design was common for coins issued during Augustus' reign and symbolized his efforts to expand the Roman Empire through military conquests.
