© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Aureus - Julius Caesar CAESAR DICT / ITER 47 BC
47 BC year| Gold | 7.95 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 47 BC |
| Value | Aureus (25) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.95 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#355823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jug and lituus.
Laurel-wreath as border.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ITER
Unabridged legend: Iterum
Translation: [...] for the second time
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin featuring Julius Caesar is that it was minted during a time of great political upheaval in Rome. Caesar had recently crossed the Rubicon River with his army, defying the Roman Senate and sparking a civil war that would ultimately lead to his assassination. Despite this turmoil, the coin's inscription, "CAESAR DICT / ITER," translates to "Caesar dictator for the second time," highlighting Caesar's growing power and influence. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the political and social changes occurring in Rome during this pivotal moment in history.
