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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus SIGNIS RECEPTIS; Mars 19 BC
19 BC year| Silver | 3.67 g | 21 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 | 3.67 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247486 |
|---|---|
| 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.
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Augustus (SIGNIS RECEPTIS; Mars) coin from Rome, minted in 19 BC, features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on one side, and Augustus Caesar on the other. This coin was made of silver and weighs 3.67 grams. Interestingly, the coin's design was meant to symbolize Augustus' role as a powerful and victorious leader, as Mars was considered a symbol of military strength and power in ancient Roman culture.
