© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Diobol - Octavian ΚΑΙΣΑΡΟΣ ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑΤΟΡΟΣ, Π 30 BC - 28 BC
| Bronze | 17.47 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 30 BC - 28 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 17.47 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#413412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Eagle standing, left; to left, cornucopia
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΑΙΣΑΡΟΣ ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑΤΟΡΟΣ
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Octavian (later known as Augustus Caesar) on one side, and the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during Octavian's reign as Caesar, before he became the first Roman Emperor, and it highlights the importance of Egypt as a Roman province during that time.
