© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Quadrans - Augustus C V T
| Bronze | 3.2 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Tarraco (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 4-14 |
| Value | Quadrans (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#410793 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: C V T
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin was used in ancient Rome as a form of currency, and its design changed over time. The Quadrans coin , which features Augustus (C V T) and was minted in Tarraco (Tarraconensis), is an example of a "standard circulation coin." This means that it was a widely used coin with a standardized design and weight, which made it easier to use in everyday transactions. The fact that it was made of bronze also tells us that it was a relatively affordable and accessible form of currency for the average person in ancient Rome.