Denarius - Augustus (S·P·Q·R·) (18 BC) front Denarius - Augustus (S·P·Q·R·) (18 BC) back
Denarius - Augustus (S·P·Q·R·) (18 BC) photo
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Denarius - Augustus S·P·Q·R· 18 BC

18 BC year
Silver 3.92 g 20 mm
Description
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
3.92 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#337163
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

Comment

Variant of bust and obverse lettering compared to RIC# 115.

Interesting fact

The Denarius - Augustus (S·P·Q·R·) coin from Rome, minted in 18 BC, features an image of a Roman imperial eagle on the reverse side, symbolizing the power and authority of the Roman Empire.