© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quinarius Aureus - Augustus Victory 18 BC - 17 BC
| Gold | 4 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 18 BC - 17 BC |
| Value | 1 Gold Quinarius = 12½ Denarii (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, standing right on globe, holding branch down in right hand and aquila in left.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.94–4.06 g;Diameter varies: 15–16 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius Aureus - Augustus (Victory) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) 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 Roman Empire's military triumphs and the power of its rulers.
