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Aureus - Augustus L CANINIVS GALLVS OB C S 12 BC
12 BC year| Gold | 8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 12 BC |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double closed door flanked by laurel-braches; above, laurel-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: L CANINIVS GALLVS OB C S
Translation:
Lucius Caninius Gallus Ob Cives Servatos.
Lucius Caninius Gallus, saviour of the citizens.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Augustus (L CANINIVS GALLVS OB C S) (12 BC) is interesting because it was used as a means of propaganda to promote the Roman Empire's new imperial system, with Augustus as its first emperor. The coin's design features Augustus's portrait, signifying his leadership and the power of the Roman state. Additionally, the coin's gold content and high denomination made it a valuable and prestigious currency, highlighting the wealth and prosperity of the Roman Empire during Augustus's reign.
