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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus L VINICIVS L F IIIVIR S P Q R IMP CAE QVOD V M S EX EA PQ IS AD A DE 16 BC
16 BC year| Silver | 3.7 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 16 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247843 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cippus inscribed S P Q R IMP CAE QVOD V M S EX EA PQ IS AD A DE.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L VINICIVS L F IIIVIR
S P Q R IMP CAE QVOD V M S EX EA PQ IS AD A DE
Translation:
Lucius Vinicius Lucii Filius, Triumvir. Senatus Populusque Romanum Imperator Caesar Quod Viae Munitae Sunt Ex Ea Pecunia Quam Is Ad Aerarium Detulit
Lucius Vinicius, son of Lucius, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis). The senate and the Roman people in gratitude to the supreme commander (Imperator) Caesar, for having the highways fortified (rebuilt) at his own expense.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.18–4.09 g;Diameter varies: 16–21 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 depiction of a goddess, likely Venus, on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and it highlights the importance of the Roman imperial cult, which sought to promote the emperor as a divine figure. The coin's design also showcases the artistic skill and craftsmanship of ancient Roman coin makers, who were able to create intricate and detailed images on small, circulating coins like this one.
