As - Augustus (SEGOVIA) (4 BC) front As - Augustus (SEGOVIA) (4 BC) back
As - Augustus (SEGOVIA) (4 BC) photo
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As - Augustus SEGOVIA 4 BC

4 BC year
Bronze 9.12 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Segovia (Tarraconensis)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
4 BC
Value
As (1⁄16)
Currency
Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
9.12 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#404837
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Armed horseman with spear, right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SEGOVIA

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 warship on the other. This design was meant to symbolize Augustus' military victories and the expansion of the Roman Empire under his rule.