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As - Augustus AVGVSTVS 25 BC
25 BC yearBronze | 10.3 g | 26 mm |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 25 BC |
Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 10.3 g |
Diameter | 26 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#247970 |
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Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Legend in one line in laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTVS
Translation: Augustus.
Comment
Mass varies: 5.28–13.37 g;Diameter varies: 23–34 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Augustus Caesar, who was the first emperor of the Roman Empire and ruled from 27 BC to 14 AD. He was known for his wise leadership and his efforts to establish a stable and prosperous empire, which helped to bring about a period of relative peace and prosperity known as the Pax Romana, or Roman Peace.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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ND (-25) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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