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Denarius - Augustus S P Q R CL V; Victory 19 BC - 18 BC
| Silver | 2.9 g | 17 mm |
| 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 | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory flying right with wreath above shield inscribed CL V, column in background.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S P Q R
CL V
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus. Clipeus Votivus.
The senate and the Roman people. Votive shield.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.73–2.97 g;Diameter varies: 15.6–18 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Augustus. The image of Victory symbolized the Roman Empire's military conquests and the power of its rulers.
