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Denarius - Augustus SIGNIS RECEPTISCL VS P Q R 19 BC
19 BC year| Silver | 3.6 g | 17 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 | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247496 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Round shield inscribed CL V, with S P Q R in corners between aquila, right, and standard, left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SIGNIS RECEPTIS
CL V
S P Q R
Translation:
Signis Receptis. Clipeus Votivus. Senatus Popuusque Romanus.
Standards recovered. Votive shield. The senate and the Roman people.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.54–3.6 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first emperor of the Roman Empire, on one side, and a representation of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The Latin inscription on the coin, "SIGNIS RECEPTISCL VS P Q R," translates to "With the signs of the standards, the people rejoice." This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides a glimpse into the economic and political systems of ancient Rome.
