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Denarius CAESAR DIVI F ARME CAPT; Virtus 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#247786 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Armenian 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: 3.2–4.04 g;Diameter varies: 18.8–21 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus Caesar's adopted son, Gaius Caesar, on the obverse (front side), indicating that it was minted during the period when Gaius was appointed as the successor to Augustus. This was a significant moment in Roman history, as it marked the beginning of the transition from the rule of the first Roman Emperor, Augustus, to his adopted son and heir, Gaius.
