Cistophorus - Augustus (AVGVSTVS) (27 BC - 26 BC) front Cistophorus - Augustus (AVGVSTVS) (27 BC - 26 BC) back
Cistophorus - Augustus (AVGVSTVS) (27 BC - 26 BC) photo
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Cistophorus - Augustus AVGVSTVS 27 BC - 26 BC

 
Silver 11.9 g 28 mm
Description
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
11.9 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#247977
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Capricorn, right, head left, carrying cornucopia; all within laurel wreath.

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 the image of a Roman Emperor, Augustus, on one side and the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and was used as a means of spreading propaganda and promoting the Roman Empire's ideals. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the unity and power of the Roman Empire, with Augustus representing the imperial power and Roma representing the spiritual and cultural heart of the empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (27 BC - 26 BC)  - - - - - -

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