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Denarius - Augustus S P Q R CL V; Victory 19 BC
19 BC year| Silver | 3.9 g | - |
| 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 | 3.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory standing front with wings spread, holding shield inscribed S P Q R CL V.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R CL V
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus. Clipeus Votivus.
The senate and the Roman people. Votive shield.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Augustus (S P Q R CL V; Victory) coin from Rome, minted in 19 BC, features an image of Victory on the reverse side, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military triumphs and the power of its ruler, Augustus.
