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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius - Augustus VOT P SVSC PRO SAL ET REDIT I O M SACRVM; Mars 18 BC - 17 BC
| Silver | 3.8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 18 BC - 17 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#333156 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars standing left, head right, helmeted, wearing cloak, holding vexillum in right hand and parazonium on left shoulder.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOT · P · SVSC · PRO · SAL · ET · REDIT I · O · M · SACRVM ·
Unabridged legend: Vota Publica Suscepta Pro Salute et Reditu Iovi Optimo Maximo Sacrata
Translation: Public sacrifices have been made to holy Jupiter, the best and greatest, for the well-being and the safe return [of the Emperor]
Comment
These vows were issued on the occasion of Augustus' departure for Gaul.This variant does not seem listed in the main catalogues.
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.
