Æ22 - Augustus (ΕΔΕΣΣΑΙΩΝ; Edessa) (27 BC - 14 AD) front Æ22 - Augustus (ΕΔΕΣΣΑΙΩΝ; Edessa) (27 BC - 14 AD) back
Æ22 - Augustus (ΕΔΕΣΣΑΙΩΝ; Edessa) (27 BC - 14 AD) photo
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Æ22 - Augustus ΕΔΕΣΣΑΙΩΝ; Edessa 27 BC - 14 AD

 
Bronze 9.32 g 22.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Edessa (Roman province of Macedonia)
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
9.32 g
Diameter
22.1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#404277
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

In two lines in wreath.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΕΔΕΣΣΑΙΩΝ

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 representation of the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman province of Macedonia, specifically in the city of Edessa. The coin is made of bronze and weighs 9.32 grams.