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Denarius - Augustus MARTIS VLTORIS; Mars 19 BC
19 BC year| Silver | 3.8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 19 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tetrastyle round domed temple, Mars standing inside left, with legionary insignia and parazonium.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTIS VLTORIS
Translation:
Martis Ultoris.
To Mars, the avenger.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.81–3.88 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Augustus (MARTIS VLTORIS; Mars) coin from Rome, minted in 19 BC, features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on one side, and Augustus Caesar on the other. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during Augustus' reign that aimed to promote his image as a powerful and victorious leader, and it's interesting to note that the image of Mars on this coin may have been intended to symbolize Augustus' military prowess and the Roman Empire's military strength.
