© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius C MARCI L F CENSORIN AVG IIIVIR A A A F F S C 18 BC
18 BC year| Bronze | 26.8 g | 36.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 18 BC |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.8 g |
| Diameter | 36.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247805 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C MARCI L F CENSORIN AVG IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Translation:
Caius Marcius Lucii Filius Censorinus, Augurus, Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Gaius Marcius, son of Lucius Censorinus, augur, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) casting and striking gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 25.19–27.79 g;Diameter varies: 36–37 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of symbols and letters that indicate its minting during a specific historical event. The letters "CENSORIN" in the coin's inscription refer to the Roman censorship, which was a position held by Marcus Furius Camillus, the Roman consul in 18 BC. The coin was likely minted during Camillus' censorship, making it a unique piece of history.
