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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Augustus S·P·Q·R· 18 BC
18 BC year| Silver | 3.7 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 18 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Domed tetrastyle temple with two steps, sheltering triumphal currus to right containing aquila, with four miniature horses prancing right on the chariot.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S · P · Q · R ·
Unabridged legend: Senatus Populusque Romanus
Translation: The senate and the Roman people
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Augustus (S·P·Q·R·) (18 BC) coin is that it features an image of Augustus Caesar, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and a depiction of a Roman warship on the other. This design was meant to symbolize Augustus' military victories and the expansion of the Roman Empire under his rule.
