© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans IIIVIR A A A F F 4 BC
4 BC year| Bronze | 3.1 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 4 BC |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247952 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Altar with bowl-shaped top, hung with garland.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Unabridged legend:
Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere Flando Feriundo.
Senatus Consulto.
Translation:
Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo.
Magistrate (Triumvir monetalis) casting and striking gold, silver, and bronze coins.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.14–3.72 g;Diameter varies: 13–17 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during the Roman Empire, and it features an image of a Roman Emperor, likely Augustus or Tiberius, on one side and a goddess, such as Ceres or Livia, on the other. Additionally, the coin's bronze composition and 3.1g weight were standard for coins of its denomination during that time period.
