Denarius - Augustus (OB CIVIS SERVATOS) (19 BC - 18 BC) front Denarius - Augustus (OB CIVIS SERVATOS) (19 BC - 18 BC) back
Denarius - Augustus (OB CIVIS SERVATOS) (19 BC - 18 BC) photo
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Denarius - Augustus OB CIVIS SERVATOS 19 BC - 18 BC

 
Silver 3.6 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
19 BC - 18 BC
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.6 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#247425
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Oak-wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering: OB CIVIS SERVATOS

Translation:
Ob Civis Servatos.
For saving the citizens.

Comment

Mass varies: 3.22–3.82 g;
Diameter varies: 17.32–20 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 the inscription "OB CIVIS SERVATOS" which means "for the safety of the citizens" on the other side. This highlights the importance of the emperor's role in protecting and safeguarding the welfare of the Roman people.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (19 BC - 18 BC)  - - - - - -

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