© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Aureus PRO VALETVDINE CAESARIS S P Q R; Victory 16 BC
16 BC year| Gold | 8 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 16 BC |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Veiled priest standing left, holding patera over altar; victimarius leads bull to same altar with knife.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRO VALETVDINE CAESARIS S P Q R
Translation:
Pro Valetudine Caesaris Senatus Populusque Romanus.
The senate and the Roman people for the health of the Caesar.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Aureus coin features the image of Victory on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The coin's obverse side features the abbreviated title "PRO VALETVDINE CAESARIS S P Q R," which translates to "For the welfare of Caesar and the Senate and People of Rome." This title highlights the coin's connection to the Roman Empire's ruling powers and underscores the importance of the coin as a symbol of Roman authority and influence.
