© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus SIGNIS RECEPTIS; Mars 19 BC - 18 BC
| Silver | 3.6 g | 18.5 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 | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted and cloaked, standing front, head right, holding aquila in right hand and standard on left shoulder.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIGNIS RECEPTIS
Translation:
Signis Receptis.
Standards recovered.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.27–3.86 g;Diameter varies: 17.5–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on one side, and Augustus, the first Roman emperor, on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which marked the beginning of the Roman Empire and the end of the Roman Republic. The coin's design reflects the importance of military power and the authority of the emperor during this time period.
