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Denarius - Augustus C L CAESARES AVGVSTI F COS DESIG PRINC IVVENT 2 BC - 4 AD
| 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 | 2 BC - 4 AD |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247672 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Gaius and Lucius Caesar standing, each, togate, resting hand on shield and spear, simpulum, left, and lituus, right, flanking, right and left respectively.
Script: Latin
Lettering: C L CAESARES AVGVSTI F COS DESIG PRINC IVVENT
Translation:
Caius et Lucius Caesares Augusti Filii Consules Designati, Principes Juventutis.
Gaius and Lucius, sons of Caesar Augustus, consuls elect, princes of the youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.29–3.85 g;Diameter varies: 17–21 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and the goddess Venus on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and it was used as a means of spreading propaganda and promoting the imperial cult. The image of Venus was likely included to emphasize Augustus' connection to the gods and to promote the idea of his divine right to rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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| ND (2 BC - 4 AD) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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