Denarius - Augustus AVGVSTVS
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Capricorn right, star above.
Lettering: AVGVSTVS
Translation: Augustus.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Augustus (AVGVSTVS) (68-69) coin features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and a representation of the goddess Roma 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 Roma on the coin was a nod to the idea that the Roman Empire was a unified and strong entity under his rule.
