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Aureus - Julius Caesar IMP CAES TRAIAN AVG GER DAC P P REST; Nemesis
| Gold | 7.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253801 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nemesis, winged, walking right, holding caduceus in left hand, and pulling drapery away from her chest with right; snake at feet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP CAES TRAIAN AVG GER DAC P P REST
Translation:
Imperator Caesar Traianus Augustus Germanicus Dacicus, Pater Patriae, Restituit.
Supreme commander (Imperator), Caesar, Trajan, emperor (Augustus), conqueror of the Germans, conqueror of the Dacians, father of the nation, has restored [this coin].
Comment
Mass varies: 7.1–7.289 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Julius Caesar, who was not only a powerful Roman leader but also a prominent figure in the history of numismatics. The coin's design includes Caesar's portrait, along with various symbols and inscriptions that reflect his status and achievements. The coin's gold content and intricate details make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
