© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius C PLOTIVS RVFVS IIIVIR A A A F F S C 15 BC
15 BC year| Bronze | 24.5 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 15 BC |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.5 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C PLOTIVS RVFVS IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Translation:
Caius Plotius Rufus, Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Gaius Plotius Rufus, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) casting and striking gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.53–25.67 g;Diameter varies: 32–38 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a Roman Emperor, likely Augustus or Tiberius, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Ceres on the other. This highlights the importance of both the Roman leadership and the goddess of agriculture and fertility in Roman culture.
