© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus and Tiberius TI CAESAR AVG F TR POT XV
| Silver | 3.6 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 13-14 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247684 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tiberius, laureate, standing right in quadriga, holding laurel branch in right and sceptre in left; horses face right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TI CAESAR AVG F TR POT XV
Translation:
Tiberius Caesar Augusti Filius Tribunicia Potestate Quinta Decima.
Tiberius Caesar, son of Augustus, holder of tribunician power for the 15th time.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.16–3.82 g;Diameter varies: 17.5–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portrait of both Augustus and Tiberius, which is a unique feature of this particular coin. It's also made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. Additionally, the coin's design includes the abbreviation "TR POT XV" which stands for "Tribunicia Potestate XV" meaning "15th year of Tribunician power" indicating that it was minted during the 15th year of Augustus' reign.
