© The New York Sale
© The New York Sale
As - Octavian L POMPE BVCCO L CORNE FRONT 35 BC - 27 BC
| Bronze | 16.57 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Celsa (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 35 BC - 27 BC |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 16.57 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#414450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: L POMPE BVCCO L CORNE FRONT
Comment
Magistrate of Lucius Cornelius Fronto (duovir) and Lucius Pompeius Bucco (duovir).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Octavian, who would later become the Roman Emperor Augustus, on the obverse (front) side, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of a cornucopia, which symbolizes abundance and prosperity. This coin was minted during Octavian's reign as the Roman Republic's leader, and it highlights his efforts to promote himself as a powerful and benevolent leader.
