© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Cistophorus - Augustus COM ASIAEROM ET AVGVST 19 BC - 18 BC
| Silver | 11.90 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 19 BC - 18 BC |
| Value | Cistophorus = 3 Drachms = 3 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.90 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248051 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hexastyle temple inscribed ROM ET AVGVST.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COM ASIAE
ROM ET AVGVST
Translation:
Comunitas Asiae. Romae et Augusto.
Community of Asia. To Rome and Augustus.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which marked the beginning of the Roman Empire and the end of the Roman Republic. The Cistophorus was a denomination of silver coin that was introduced by Augustus and was used throughout the Roman Empire. It was equivalent to 1/100th of a Roman pound and was used for everyday transactions.
