Denarius (IMP X AVG DIVI F; Victory) (68-69) front Denarius (IMP X AVG DIVI F; Victory) (68-69) back
Denarius (IMP X AVG DIVI F; Victory) (68-69) photo
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Denarius IMP X AVG DIVI F; Victory

 
Silver 3.4 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Period
Civil War (68-69)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
68-69
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.4 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#248515
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crescent below seven stars in arc.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IMP X AVG DIVI F

Unabridged legend: Imperator Decimum, Augusti Divi Filius.

Translation: Supreme commander for the tenth time, son of the divine emperor.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Denarius coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on its reverse side, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance during that time.