Quadrans - Augustus (M POR CN FAD II VIR) (8 BC - 1 BC) front Quadrans - Augustus (M POR CN FAD II VIR) (8 BC - 1 BC) back
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Quadrans - Augustus M POR CN FAD II VIR 8 BC - 1 BC

 
Bronze 3.5 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Caesaraugusta (Tarraconensis)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
8 BC - 1 BC
Value
Quadrans (1⁄64)
Currency
Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#415371
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
M POR
CN FAD
II VIR

Comment

Magistrate of Gnaeus Fadius (duovir) and Marcus Porcius (duovir).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and a depiction of a bull on the other. This symbolism represents the strength and power of the Roman Empire under Augustus' rule.