Quinarius Aureus - Augustus (TR POT XXXI; Victory) (8-9) front Quinarius Aureus - Augustus (TR POT XXXI; Victory) (8-9) back
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Quinarius Aureus - Augustus TR POT XXXI; Victory

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
8-9
Value
1 Gold Quinarius = 12​½ Denarii (25⁄2)
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#247680
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory, draped, seated right on globe, hands on lap.

Script: Latin

Lettering: TR POT XXXI

Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tricesima Prima.
Holder of tribunician power for the 31st time.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Quinarius Aureus coin is that it was used as a means of propaganda by the Roman Empire. The coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on one side and Emperor Augustus on the other, highlighting the Empire's military victories and the power of its ruler. The coin was circulated throughout the Empire, serving as a symbol of Roman dominance and influence.