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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus L LENTVLVS FLAMEN MARTIALIS; Victory 12 BC
12 BC year| Silver | 3.7 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 12 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247896 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Augustus, laureate and togate, right, resting on shield inscribed CV, placing star on other figure holding spear and Victory on globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: L LENTVLVS FLAMEN MARTIALIS
Translation:
Lucius Lentulus Flamen Martialis.
Lucius [Cornelius] Lentulus, high priest of Mars (Flamen Martialis).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.24–4.01 g;Diameter varies: 18–19.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Augustus (L LENTVLVS FLAMEN MARTIALIS; Victory) coin from Rome, minted in 12 BC, features an image of Victory on the reverse side, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's military triumphs and expansion under the rule of Augustus.
