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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quinarius - Augustus P CARISI LEG; Victory 25 BC - 23 BC
| Silver | 1.7 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 25 BC - 23 BC |
| Value | Silver Quinarius = ½ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247372 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory standing right, placing wreath on trophy with dagger and sword at base.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P CARISI LEG
Translation:
Publius Carisius Legatus.
Publius Carisius, legate.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.48–1.93 g;Diameter varies: 13–15 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Augustus (P CARISI LEG; Victory) coin features an image of Victory on the reverse side, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's military conquests and the power of its ruler, Augustus.
