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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Cistophorus - Augustus AVGVSTVS 27 BC - 26 BC
| Silver | 11.8 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 27 BC - 26 BC |
| Value | Cistophorus = 3 Drachms = 3 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.8 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sphinx seated right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTVS
Translation: Augustus.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.55–12.13 g;Diameter varies: 25–25.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Cistophorus - Augustus coin was minted during the reign of Augustus Caesar, who was the first Roman Emperor and ruled from 27 BC to 14 AD. The coin's design features a portrait of Augustus on one side and a depiction of the goddess Ceres on the other. Ceres was the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility, and her presence on the coin symbolized the prosperity and abundance of the Roman Empire under Augustus' rule. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and highly sought-after currency during its time.
