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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Drusus the Elder DE GERM
| Gold | 7.7 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 41-45 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.7 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Triumphal arch surmounted by equestrian statue, right, between two trophies, each with captive at foot; the rider holds spear in right hand
Script: Latin
Lettering: DE GERM
Translation:
Devictus Germanis.
Conquered the Germans.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.59–7.8 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Drusus the Elder (DE GERM) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Claudius (41-54 AD), and it features an image of Drusus the Elder, who was a prominent Roman general and statesman. The coin was made of gold and weighed 7.7 grams, which was a significant amount of gold at the time. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and wealth of the Roman Empire, and it was used as a form of currency for high-value transactions.
