© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius CAESAR AVGVSTVS SIGN RECE; Sol 19 BC - 4 BC
| 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 |
| Years | 19 BC - 4 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#247784 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Parthian kneeling right, with standard and vexillum.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAESAR AVGVSTVS SIGN RECE
Translation:
Caesar Augustus Signis Receptor.
Caesar Augustus, recoverer of the standards.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.41–3.99 g;Diameter varies: 19–20 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 god Sol on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. Sol was the god of the sun and was often depicted driving a chariot across the sky, as seen on this coin. The inclusion of Sol on the coinage of Augustus Caesar (who ruled Rome from 27 BC to 14 AD) was likely intended to emphasize his association with the divine and to promote the idea of his rule as a golden age for Rome.
