© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius CAESAR; Mars 29 BC - 27 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 | 29 BC - 27 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#247745 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Circular shield depicting eight-rayed star, lying on spear and sword.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAESAR
Comment
Mass varies: 3.17–3.92 g;Diameter varies: 18–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on one side, and Julius Caesar on the other. This coin was minted during Caesar's reign as dictator of Rome, and it's believed that the image of Mars was included to emphasize Caesar's military prowess and association with the god of war.
