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Denarius - Augustus C MARIVS C F TRO IIIVIR 13 BC
13 BC year| Silver | 3.74 g | - |
| 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 | 3.74 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247882 |
|---|---|
| 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
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 Roman Emperor, 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.
