© Aquistapace
© Aquistapace
As - Augustus Celsa 27 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 13.32 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Celsa (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 27 BC - 14 AD |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.32 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 3.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#74704 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Bull standing right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C V I CEL L BAGGIO
II VIR
MN FESTO
Comment
Magistrate of Lucius Baggius (duovir) and Manius Flavius Festus (duovir).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first emperor of ancient Rome, on one side, and a depiction of a Roman warship on the other. This design was meant to symbolize Augustus's military victories and the expansion of the Roman Empire under his rule.
