As - Augustus (SC; Castulonian Mines) (27 BC - 14 AD) front As - Augustus (SC; Castulonian Mines) (27 BC - 14 AD) back
As - Augustus (SC; Castulonian Mines) (27 BC - 14 AD) photo
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As - Augustus SC; Castulonian Mines 27 BC - 14 AD

 
Bronze 17.22 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Castulonian Mines (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
17.22 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#404748
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Horse grazing.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S C

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 side. This symbolism represents the strength and power of the Roman Empire under Augustus' rule.