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Sestertius L NAEVIVS SVRDINVS IIIVIR A A A F FS C 15 BC
15 BC year| Bronze | 28.3 g | 37 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 | 28.3 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L NAEVIVS SVRDINVS IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Translation:
Lucius Naevius Surdinus Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Lucius Naevius Surdinus, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) for the casting and striking of gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 24.49–37.07 g;Diameter varies: 36–39 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of L. Naevius Surdinus, who was a Roman politician and military leader. He was a member of the powerful Julian clan and served as a triumvir, which was a high-ranking political office in ancient Rome. The coin was minted in 15 BC, during the reign of Emperor Augustus, and it's made of bronze, which was a common material for coins at that time. The coin's design and inscription provide valuable insight into the political and social climate of ancient Rome during this period.
