Semis - Augustus (Philippi) (14 BC - 27 AD) front Semis - Augustus (Philippi) (14 BC - 27 AD) back
Semis - Augustus (Philippi) (14 BC - 27 AD) photo
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Semis - Augustus Philippi 14 BC - 27 AD

 
Bronze 3.5 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Philippi (Roman province of Macedonia)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
14 BC - 27 AD
Value
Semis (1⁄32)
Currency
Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#138008
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Three military standards

Script: Latin

Lettering: COHOR PRAE PHIL

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 warship on the other. This design was meant to symbolize Augustus' military prowess and the power of the Roman Empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (14 BC - 27 AD)  - - - - - -

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