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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Quinarius Aureus - Augustus TR POT XXVII; Victory
| Gold | 3.96 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 4-5 |
| Value | 1 Gold Quinarius = 12½ Denarii (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.96 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247677 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, seated right on globe, hands on lap.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XXVII
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima Septima.
Holder of tribunician power for the 27th time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius Aureus - Augustus (TR POT XXVII; Victory) (4-5) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Augustus. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and dominance of the Roman Empire, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a trophy, as seen on this coin. The use of gold for the coin's material also signifies the wealth and prosperity of the Roman Empire during this time.
