© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus L AQVILLIVS FLORVS III VIR SICIL 19 BC - 4 BC
| Silver | 3.9 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 | 19 BC - 4 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Warrior in military dress standing, left, carrying shield, raising Sicilia from ground.
Script: Latin
Lettering: L AQVILLIVS FLORVS III VIR SICIL
Translation:
Lucius Aquillius Florus Triumvir, Sicilia.
Lucius Aquillius Florus, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis). Sicily.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.7–4.22 g;Diameter varies: 18–19.5 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 depiction of a Roman warship on the other. This design was meant to symbolize Augustus' military victories and the expansion of the Roman Empire under his rule.
