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Quinarius - Augustus CAESARI DIVI F; Victory 31 BC - 29 BC
| Silver | 1.6 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 31 BC - 29 BC |
| Value | Silver Quinarius = ½ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#248078 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory standing right on globe, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAESARI DIVI F
Translation:
Caesari Divi Filius.
Of Caesar, son of the divine.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.4–1.84 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius - Augustus (CAESARI DIVI F; Victory) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which symbolizes the victory of Augustus over his rival Mark Antony at the Battle of Actium in 31 BC, solidifying his position as the sole ruler of the Roman Empire.
