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As - Augustus NONIVS SVLPICIVS IIVIR QVINQ; Pella 26 BC
26 BC year| Bronze | 11.71 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Pella (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 26 BC |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.71 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#404280 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wreath on sella curulis.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NONIVS SVLPICIVS IIVIR QVINQ
Comment
Magistrate of Nonius Sulpicius (duovir quinquennalis)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and the inscription "NONIVS SVLPICIVS IIVIR QVINQ" which means "Augustus, son of a god, four times consul" in Latin. This highlights the importance of Augustus' divine lineage and his political achievements during his reign.
