© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus P CARISIVS LEG PRO PR EMERITA 25 BC - 23 BC
| Silver | 3.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 25 BC - 23 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
City wall, gateway.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P CARISIVS LEG PRO PR EMERITA
Translation:
Publius Carisius Legatus Pro Praetore Emerita.
Publius Carisius, legate for the praetor in Emerita.
Comment
Mass varies: 3–3.94 g;Diameter varies: 19–21 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 Roman legionary on the other, signifying the power and authority of the Roman military during his reign.
