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As - Augustus P CARISIVS LEG 25 BC - 23 BC
| Bronze | 10.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 25 BC - 23 BC |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P CARISIVS LEG
Unabridged legend: Publius Carisius Legatus.
Translation:
Publius Carisius Legatus.
Publius Carisius, legate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first emperor of the Roman Empire, on one side, and a depiction of a Roman legionary on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the empire. The use of bronze in the coin's composition was a common practice during this time period, as it was a durable and affordable material for coinage. Additionally, the coin's weight of 10.7 grams was a standard weight for coins of this denomination during the Roman Empire.
