Aureus - Augustus (S P Q R CL V; Victory) (19 BC) front Aureus - Augustus (S P Q R CL V; Victory) (19 BC) back
Aureus - Augustus (S P Q R CL V; Victory) (19 BC) photo
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Aureus - Augustus S P Q R CL V; Victory 19 BC

19 BC year
Gold 7.86 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
19 BC
Value
1 Aureus = 25 Denarii
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Gold
Weight
7.86 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#247457
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory standing front with wings spread, holding shield inscribed CL V.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
S P Q R
CL V

Unabridged legend: Senatus Populusque Romanus. Clipeus Votivus

Translation: The senate and the Roman people. Votive shield

Comment

Biaggi 142.

Interesting fact

The Aureus - Augustus (S P Q R CL V; Victory) coin from Rome, made of Gold and weighing 7.86g, is an interesting piece of history because it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on one side and the Roman emperor Augustus on the other. This coin was minted in 19 BC and was used as a standard circulation coin during the Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD). The image of Victory on the coin symbolizes the Roman Empire's military power and dominance, while the image of Augustus represents the imperial power and authority of the Roman emperor. This coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic, political, and cultural practices of ancient Rome.