© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - Augustus ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟΣ
| Bronze | 8.74 g | 25.1 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1-5 |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.74 g |
| Diameter | 25.1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#413417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Six ears of corn tied together
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and an image of the Egyptian goddess Isis on the other. This coin was minted during the Roman occupation of Egypt and reflects the cultural exchange and blending of Roman and Egyptian traditions that occurred during this period.
