© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Aureus AVGVSTO OB C S; Feronia 19 BC - 4 BC
| Gold | 8.11 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 19 BC - 4 BC |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.11 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247756 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in two lines in oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTO OB C S
Translation:
Augusto, Ob Cives Servatos.
To Augustus, for having saved the citizens.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin is that it was used as a means of propaganda by the Roman Empire. The coin's design featured images of the Roman emperors, and the inscriptions on the coin were used to promote the emperor's accomplishments and legitimacy. This coin, in particular, features the image of Emperor Augustus, who ruled Rome from 27 BC to 14 AD, and the inscription "AVGVSTO OB C S" which stands for "Augustus, son of the divine Caesar." This coin was minted during Augustus' reign and was used to promote his image and legacy.
