Quadrans - Augustus (TVRIASO) (2 BC - 14 AD) front Quadrans - Augustus (TVRIASO) (2 BC - 14 AD) back
Quadrans - Augustus (TVRIASO) (2 BC - 14 AD) photo
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Quadrans - Augustus TVRIASO 2 BC - 14 AD

 
Bronze 3.55 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Turiaso (Tarraconensis)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
2 BC - 14 AD
Value
Quadrans (1⁄64)
Currency
Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.55 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#419063
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Oak wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TVRI
ASO

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 during Augustus' reign.