© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
As - Augustus Q AEM C POST MIL 27 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 11.27 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 | 11.27 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#420122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Q AEM
C POST MIL
Comment
Magistrate of Gaius Post— Mil— (duovir) and Quintus Aemilius (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 Roman military trophy on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and was likely used as a means of promoting his military victories and accomplishments. The coin's design serves as a representation of the Roman Empire's military prowess and Augustus' role as its leader.
