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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
As - Augustus II VIR L BAEBIO P ANTESTIO 27 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 11.61 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Calagurris (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 | 11.61 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#420291 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
II VIR
L BAEBIO
P ANTESTIO
Comment
Magistrate of Lucius Baebius (duovir) and Publius Antestius (duovir).
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 a bull on the other. This symbolism represents the strength and power of the Roman Empire under Augustus' rule.
