© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus and Agrippa COSSVS CN F LENTVLVS 12 BC
12 BC year| Silver | 3.6 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 12 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Equestrian statue of Agrippa bearing trophy on ornamented pedestal.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COSSVS CN F LENTVLVS
Translation:
Cossus Cornelius Filii Lentulus .
Cossus Lentulus, son of Cornelius.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.13–4.06 g;Diameter varies: 18.5–20.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portrait of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and his close friend and advisor, Agrippa, on the other. This coin was minted during a time when Augustus was actively promoting his image as a powerful and benevolent leader, and the inclusion of Agrippa's portrait was a way to emphasize their close relationship and shared authority.
