Quadrans (GALVS MESSALLA A A A F F S C) (5 BC) front Quadrans (GALVS MESSALLA A A A F F S C) (5 BC) back
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Quadrans GALVS MESSALLA A A A F F S C 5 BC

5 BC year
Bronze 2.6 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
5 BC
Value
1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.6 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#247928
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend surrounding S C.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GALVS MESSALLA A A A F F
S C

Unabridged legend:
Galus, Messalla, Auro, Argento, Aere Flando Feriundo.
Senatus Consulto.

Translation:
Galus, Messalla, Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Galus, Messalla for the casting and striking of gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Mass varies: 1.46–3.31 g;
Diameter varies: 15.5–17 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)