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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus C MARIVS C F TRO IIIVIR 13 BC
13 BC year| Silver | 3.8 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 13 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247879 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Augustus, veiled and togate, standing at angle to left, holding simpulum in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: C MARIVS C F TRO IIIVIR
Translation:
Caius Marius Caii Filius Tromentina, Triumvir.
Gaius Marius, son of Gaius Tromentina, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.74–3.89 g;Diameter varies: 17–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first emperor of the Roman Empire, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's design and imagery reflect the political and cultural values of the Roman Empire during this time period.
