Denarius - Augustus (CIVIB ET SIGN MILIT A PART RECVP) (18 BC - 17 BC) front Denarius - Augustus (CIVIB ET SIGN MILIT A PART RECVP) (18 BC - 17 BC) back
Denarius - Augustus (CIVIB ET SIGN MILIT A PART RECVP) (18 BC - 17 BC) photo
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Denarius - Augustus CIVIB ET SIGN MILIT A PART RECVP 18 BC - 17 BC

 
Silver 3.7 g 19.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
18 BC - 17 BC
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.7 g
Diameter
19.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#247552
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Triumphal arch surmounted by quadriga, figures to the right and left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CIVIB ET SIGN MILIT A PART RECVP

Translation:
Civibus Et Signis Militaribus a Parthis Recuperatis.
Citizens and military ensigns recovered from the Parthians.

Comment

Mass varies: 3.59–3.74 g;
Diameter varies: 18.5–21 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 Roman Emperor, on one side, and a symbol of military standards and an eagle on the other, signifying his role as the leader of the Roman army and the unity of the Roman people under his rule.