© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius - Augustus S P Q R CL V; Victory facing 19 BC
19 BC year| Silver | 3.81 g | 20 mm |
| 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 | 3.81 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#332750 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory facing with wings spread, inscription above, holding against her an inscribed shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S P Q R
CL V
Unabridged legend:
Senatus Populusque Romanus
Clipeus Votivus
Translation:
The senate and the Roman people
Votive shield
Comment
This type seems unrecorded in main catalogues but is consistent with issues from Spanish mints, probably Colonia Patricia.Interesting fact
The Denarius - Augustus (S P Q R CL V; Victory facing) coin from Rome, minted in 19 BC, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the traditional depiction of a Roman deity, the coin bears an image of Victory (Victoria) facing forward, with her right hand holding a wreath and her left hand holding a palm branch. This design was a departure from the usual depiction of Victory on Roman coins, where she was often shown with her back turned, and symbolized the beginning of a new era of peace and prosperity under the rule of Augustus.
