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Aureus - Augustus HISPANIA; Victory
| Gold | 7.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hispania standing left, holding two corn-ears in right and two small spears in left, also carrying shield on shoulder.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIA
Comment
Probably struck at Tarraco.
Sear 2068; Giard 63.
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Augustus (HISPANIA; Victory) coin from Rome, made of Gold weighing 7.1g, is an interesting piece of history because it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on one side and Emperor Augustus on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD), who is considered one of the greatest emperors in Roman history. The coin's design symbolizes the victory of the Roman Empire under Augustus' leadership.
