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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Cistophorus - Augustus AVGVSTVS 27 BC - 26 BC
| Silver | 11.8 g | 25 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 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247976 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sphinx seated, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTVS
Translation: Augustus.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cistophorus - Augustus (AVGVSTVS) coin is that it features an image of a cista mystica, a sacred basket used in ancient Roman religious rituals, on its reverse side. This symbolizes the Roman Empire's connection to the ancient Roman religion and highlights the importance of religion in the daily lives of the people during that time.
