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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Augustus IMP X ACT; Apollo 15 BC - 13 BC
| Gold | 7.8 g | 19 mm |
| 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 | 7.8 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247594 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Apollo standing left, holding plectrum in right hand and lyre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP X ACT
Unabridged legend: Imperator Decimus, Actium
Translation: Supreme commander (Imperator) for the tenth time. Actium
Comment
Mass varies: 7.57–7.87 g;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Lyon 27; Adda 10; Biaggi 112; Mazzini 143.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Augustus (IMP X ACT; Apollo) coin is that it features an image of the Roman god Apollo on one side, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of Roman emperors on coins. This coin was minted during the reign of Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD), who was known for his efforts to promote the cult of Apollo and his association with the god. The inclusion of Apollo's image on the coin was likely a deliberate choice made by Augustus to emphasize his connection to the deity and to promote the imperial ideology of the Roman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (15 BC - 13 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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