© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Semis - Augustus V I N K M POSTV ALBINVS II VIR QVINQ ITER 27 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 5.28 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Carthago Nova (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 27 BC - 14 AD |
| Value | Semis (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.28 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#407258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple with four columns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVGVSTO
M POSTV ALBINVS
VI NK
II VIR QVINQ ITER
Comment
Magistrate of Marcus Postumus Albinus (duovir quinquennalis) and Publius Turullio (duovir quinquennalis).
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 Roman warship on the other. This design was meant to symbolize Augustus's military victories and the expansion of the Roman Empire. Additionally, the coin's inscription, "V I N K M POSTV ALBINVS II VIR QVINQ ITER," can be translated to "In the name of the Senate and the Roman people, Augustus, son of a god, consul for the fifth time," which highlights Augustus's divine status and political power.
