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Aureus - Brutus L·PLAET·CEST / BRVT·IMP 43 BC - 42 BC
| Gold | 7.64 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 43 BC - 42 BC |
| Value | Aureus (25) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.64 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#360341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Axe and culullus.
Border of dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BRVT·IMP
Unabridged legend: Brutus Imperator
Translation: Emperor Brutus
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Brutus coin was minted during the Roman Republic, specifically between 43 BC and 42 BC. It features the image of Brutus, one of the conspirators who assassinated Julius Caesar, on one side, and the image of a lictor, a symbol of Roman authority, on the other. The coin was minted to commemorate Brutus' victory over Caesar and to promote his image as a champion of liberty and democracy. However, the coin's production was halted shortly after its release due to its controversial nature, making it a rare and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
