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Denarius - Augustus IMP X AVG DIVI F
| Silver | 3.24 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.24 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248514 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crescent below seven stars in arc.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP X AVG DIVI F
Unabridged legend: Imperator Decimum, Augusti Divi Filius.
Translation: Supreme commander (Imperator) for the tenth time, son of the divine emperor (Augustus).
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 Diana 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 coin's design was meant to emphasize Augustus' divine right to rule and his connection to the gods.
