© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Quadrans - Augustus IVL TRA 27 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 3.31 g | 15.6 mm |
| Issuer | Iulia Traducta (Baetica) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 27 BC - 14 AD |
| Value | Quadrans (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.31 g |
| Diameter | 15.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#394527 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tunny fish, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IVL
TRA
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin was used during the reign of Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD), who was the first Roman Emperor and is considered one of the greatest rulers in Roman history. The coin features an image of Augustus on one side and a depiction of a bull on the other, which symbolized strength and fertility. The Quadrans was an important coin in the Roman Empire's economy and was used for everyday transactions.