Semis - Augustus (IVL TRAD) (17 BC - 2 AD) front Semis - Augustus (IVL TRAD) (17 BC - 2 AD) back
Semis - Augustus (IVL TRAD) (17 BC - 2 AD) photo
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Semis - Augustus IVL TRAD 17 BC - 2 AD

 
Bronze 6.39 g -
Description
Issuer
Iulia Traducta (Baetica)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
17 BC - 2 AD
Value
Semis (1⁄32)
Currency
Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
6.39 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#394511
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ear of barley.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IVL
TRAD

Interesting fact

One 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. This symbolism represents the strength and power of the Roman Empire during Augustus' reign.