Aureus - Augustus S P Q R CL V; Victory 19 BC - 18 BC
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 19 BC - 18 BC |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory flying right with shield to hang on column inscribed, CL V.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S P Q R
CL V
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus. Clipeus Votivus.
The senate and the Roman people. Votive shield.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Aureus - Augustus (S P Q R CL V; Victory) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on its reverse side, signifying the Roman Empire's military prowess and triumphs during the reign of Augustus.
