© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Aureus - Augustus SIGNIS RECEPTIS; Mars 19 BC
19 BC year| Gold | 7.75 g | 21 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 | 7.75 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#334033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars standing front, head right, helmeted, wearing cloak, holding aquila in right hand and standard with left hand on left shoulder; dividing lettering.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIGNIS RECEPTIS
Translation: The standards recovered
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on one side, and Augustus, the first Roman emperor, on the other. This highlights the importance of military power and leadership in Roman culture during that time.
