© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Augustus C PLOTIVS RVFVS IIIVIR A A A F F S C 15 BC
15 BC year| Bronze | 10.1 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 15 BC |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.1 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C PLOTIVS RVFVS IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Unabridged legend:
Caius Plotius Rufus, Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere Flando Feriundo.
Senatus Consulto.
Translation:
Caius Plotius Rufus, Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Gaius Plotius Rufus, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) casting and striking gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 5.56–13.45 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–29 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, the first emperor of the Roman Empire, who ruled from 27 BC to 14 AD. Augustus was known for his extensive reforms and military conquests, and his image on the coin reflects his importance in Roman history. Additionally, the coin's inscription, "C PLOTIVS RVFVS IIIVIR A A A F F S C," refers to Augustus's title as a triumvir, a position he held along with Mark Antony and Marcus Lepidus during the Roman Republic. The coin's bronze material and 10.1g weight also make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists.
