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Denarius - Augustus S P Q R P P OB CS
| Silver | 3.66 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.66 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend within oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R P P OB CS
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus Patri Patriae, Ob Cives Servatos.
The senate and the Roman people to the father of the nation and saviour of the citizens.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Augustus (S P Q R P P OB CS) (68-69) coin features an image of a goddess on the reverse side, which was a common practice in Roman coinage during that time period. The goddess depicted on this coin is likely to be Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility, as she is shown holding a grain ear and a torch. This image symbolizes the prosperity and abundance of the Roman Empire under the rule of Augustus.
