Aureus - Augustus (IMP X) (15 BC - 13 BC) front Aureus - Augustus (IMP X) (15 BC - 13 BC) back
Aureus - Augustus (IMP X) (15 BC - 13 BC) photo
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Aureus - Augustus IMP X 15 BC - 13 BC

 
Gold 7.7 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
15 BC - 13 BC
Value
1 Aureus = 25 Denarii
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Gold
Weight
7.7 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#247588
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bull butting right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IMP X

Translation:
Imperator Decimus.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the tenth time.

Comment

Mass varies: 7.25–7.99 g;
Diameter varies: 19–20.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Aureus - Augustus (IMP X) coin is that it features an image of Augustus Caesar wearing a laurel wreath, symbolizing his status as a divine ruler.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (15 BC - 13 BC)  - - - - - -

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