© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ29 - Augustus PERM CAESA AVG; Emerita 27 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 13.6 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Emerita (Lusitania) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 27 BC - 14 AD |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.6 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#324638 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Priest ploughing with an ox to the left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PERM CAESA AVG
Unabridged legend: Permissu caesaris augusti
Translation: By permission of the caesar august
Comment
Reverse lettering variations are known.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and the name "Emerita" on the other, indicating that it was minted in the city of Emerita, which is now modern-day Mérida, Spain.
