© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius CAESAR DIVI F ARME CAPT; Liber 19 BC - 4 BC
| Silver | 3.9 g | 20.5 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 | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Armenian, wearing tiara and robe, kneeling right, extending both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAESAR DIVI F ARME CAPT
Translation:
Caesari Divi Filius, Armenia Capta.
Caesar, son of the divine. Conquest of Armenia.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.89–3.96 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a young Augustus Caesar on the obverse (front) side, while the reverse (back) side depicts a representation of Liberty (Liber), which was a personification of freedom and a symbol of the Roman Republic. This coin was minted during a time when Augustus was consolidating his power and establishing the Roman Empire, making it a significant artifact from a pivotal moment in Roman history.
