Semis - Augustus (11 BC - 14 AD) front Semis - Augustus (11 BC - 14 AD) back
Semis - Augustus (11 BC - 14 AD) photo
© Jesús Vico S.A.

Semis - Augustus 11 BC - 14 AD

 
Bronze 4.96 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Ilici (Tarraconensis)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
11 BC - 14 AD
Currency
As (after 42 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4.96 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#407888
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Temple with four columns.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IVNONI
C I IL A
Q PAPIR CAR Q TERE MONT II VIR Q

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and a depiction of a bull on the other side. This symbolism represents the strength and power of the Roman Empire during Augustus' reign.