© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Augustus, Gaius Caesar, and Lucius Caesar C L CAESARES AVGVSTI F COS DESIG PRINC IVVENT 2 BC - 4 AD
| Gold | 7.8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2 BC - 4 AD |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247668 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Gaius and Lucius Caesar standing, each, togate, resting hand on shield and spear, simpulum, right, and lituus, left, flanking, left and right respectively.
Script: Latin
Lettering: C L CAESARES AVGVSTI F COS DESIG PRINC IVVENT
Unabridged legend: Caius et Lucius Caesares Augusti Filii Consules Designati, Principes Juventutis
Translation: Gaius and Lucius, sons of Caesar Augustus, consuls elect, princes of the youth
Comment
Mass varies: 7.39–7.95 g;Diameter varies: 19–21 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portraits of three members of the Julio-Claudian dynasty: Augustus, Gaius Caesar, and Lucius Caesar. This coin was minted during a time of significant political upheaval in the Roman Empire, as Augustus was consolidating his power and appointing his adopted sons, Gaius and Lucius, as his successors. The coin's design reflects the importance of family and succession in Roman politics during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (2 BC - 4 AD) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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