© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius CN PISO CN F IIIVIR A A A F F S C 15 BC
15 BC year| Bronze | 23.2 g | 34.5 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 | 23.2 g |
| Diameter | 34.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CN PISO CN F IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Translation:
Cnaeus [Calpurnius] Piso, Cnaei Filius, Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Gnaeus [Calpurnius] Piso, son of Gnaeus, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) for the casting and striking of gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.74–25.47 g;Diameter varies: 33–36 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 warship on its reverse side, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's powerful navy and its ability to project military force across the Mediterranean.
