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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Sestertius T QVINCTIVS CRISPIN SVLPIC IIIVIR A A A F FS C 18 BC
18 BC year| Bronze | 23.5 g | 36 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 | 23.5 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247809 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
T QVINCTIVS CRISPIN SVLPIC IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Translation:
Titus Quinctius Crispinus Sulpicianus Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Titus Quinctius Crispinus Sulpicianus, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) for the casting and striking of gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 16.82–28.29 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 a rare combination of three Roman emperors on its reverse side. The coin was issued during the reign of Tiberius (14-37 AD) and features the portraits of Tiberius, Augustus (27 BC-14 AD), and Caligula (37-41 AD), indicating that it was minted during a period of political stability and unity in the Roman Empire.
