Obol - Augustus (ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟΥ, L ΛΗ) (8-9) front Obol - Augustus (ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟΥ, L ΛΗ) (8-9) back
Obol - Augustus (ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟΥ, L ΛΗ) (8-9) photo
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Obol - Augustus ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟΥ, L ΛΗ

 
Bronze 7.18 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Alexandria (Egypt)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
8-9
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.18 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#413418
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Capricorn, right

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟV
L ΛΗ

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 reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Roman occupation of Egypt.