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Aureus - Augustus SIGNIS RECEPTIS; Mars 19 BC
19 BC year| Gold | 7.9 g | 23 mm |
| 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 | 7.9 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted and cloaked, standing left, head right, holding aquila and standard.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIGNIS RECEPTIS
Translation:
Signis Receptis.
Standards recovered.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.88–7.89 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Augustus (SIGNIS RECEPTIS; Mars) coin from Rome, minted in 19 BC, features an image of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, signifying the Roman Empire's military power and prowess.
