© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus AVGVSTVS CAESAR; Feronia 19 BC - 4 BC
| Silver | 4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 19 BC - 4 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Augustus standing in biga of elephants, left, holding laurel branch in right hand and sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTVS CAESAR
Translation: Augustus Caesar.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.99–4 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Augustus Caesar, who was the first Roman Emperor and ruled from 27 BC to 14 AD. He was known for his wise leadership and his efforts to establish peace and stability throughout the empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of Augustus and the goddess Feronia, reflects the importance of the emperor's role in Roman society and the significance of the Roman Empire's religious beliefs.
