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Denarius AVGVSTVS; Apollo
| Silver | 3.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.28 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Capricorn left, holding globe with attached rudder; cornucopia above.
Lettering: AVGVSTVS
Translation: Augustus.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius (AVGVSTVS; Apollo) coin from Rome, which was minted between 68-69 AD, features an image of the Roman god Apollo on the reverse side. This image was not just a random choice, but rather a strategic move by the Roman emperor Augustus (who ruled from 27 BC to 14 AD) to promote the cult of Apollo in Rome. Augustus believed that Apollo was a symbol of reason, order, and civilization, and he wanted to promote these values throughout the empire. By putting Apollo's image on the coin, Augustus was able to spread his message and reinforce the idea that the Roman Empire was a place of culture, sophistication, and refinement.
