© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius CAESAR AVGVSTVS S C; Sol 19 BC - 4 BC
| Silver | 3.6 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 19 BC - 4 BC |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247783 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Slow quadriga right, with round basket-like car and three grain stalks.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAESAR AVGVSTVS S C
Translation:
Caesar Augustus Senatus Consultum.
Caesar Augustus. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.32–3.92 g;Diameter varies: 17.5–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Augustus (also known as Caesar Augustus) on one side, and a radiate sun on the other. The sun symbolizes the Roman god Sol, and the coin's name "denarius" is derived from the Latin word for "day," which was also associated with Sol. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and was a significant period of Roman history, marked by the establishment of the Roman Empire and the Pax Romana (Roman Peace).
