© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Antonia Minor SACERDOS DIVI AVGVSTI
| Gold | 7.7 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 41-45 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.7 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246952 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two long flaming torches linked by ribbon
Script: Latin
Lettering: SACERDOS DIVI AVGVSTI
Unabridged legend: Sacerdos Divi Augusti.
Translation: Priest of the divine emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 7.64–7.78 g;Diameter varies: 18–18.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Antonia Minor (SACERDOS DIVI AVGVSTI) (41-45) coin was used as a form of currency during the Roman Empire, and its value was equivalent to 25 silver denarii.
