© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
As - Augustus
| Bronze | 17.5 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 4-5 |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 17.5 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#336034 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Inscription in a laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Unabridged legend: Senatus Consulto
Translation: By decree of the Senate
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 depiction 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 Empire. The fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 17.5 grams suggests that it was a widely used coin for everyday transactions. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in Antioch on the Orontes, which is now in modern-day Syria, highlights the extent of the Roman Empire's reach and influence in the ancient world.
