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Denarius - Octavian IMP CAESAR; Apollo 29 BC - 27 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 | 29 BC - 27 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Octavian, veiled and draped, driving a yoke of oxen right, whip in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP CAESAR
Unabridged legend: Imperator Caesar
Translation: Supreme commander (Imperator) and Caesar
Comment
Mass varies: 3.13–4.01 g;Diameter varies: 18–21 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Apollo on the reverse side, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of Roman emperors on coins. This was a deliberate choice made by Octavian, who wanted to associate himself with the god of the sun and the arts, and to promote his image as a benevolent and cultured ruler.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (29 BC - 27 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Octavian (IMP CAESAR; Apollo) (29 BC - 27 BC) coin.
