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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus P STOLO IIIVIR 17 BC
17 BC year| Silver | 3.6 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 17 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apex between two oval shields.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P STOLO IIIVIR
Translation:
Publius Stolo, Triumvir.
Publius [Licinius] Stolo, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.08–3.92 g;Diameter varies: 18–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Augustus (P STOLO IIIVIR) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD), who was the first Roman Emperor and ruled for 41 years. The coin features an image of Augustus on one side and a depiction of the goddess Ceres on the other. The Latin inscription "P STOLO IIIVIR" on the coin stands for "Pater Patriae," which means "Father of the Country," a title that was bestowed upon Augustus in 2 BC. This coin was widely used throughout the Roman Empire and is considered a valuable collector's item today.
