Augustus Denarius, Bull reverse
RIC I (second edition) Augustus 169 · 15 BC-13 BC · Lugdunum
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Obverse
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Reverse
Universitätsbibliothek, TU Bergakademie Freiberg
Obverse
AVGVSTVS DIVI F
Head of Augustus, bare, right
Reverse
IMP X
Bull butting left
About This Type
This RIC I (second edition) Augustus 169 is a denarius of Augustus (15 BC-13 BC), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Bull butting left. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.75g.
About the Denarius
The denarius was the standard Roman silver coin, struck from around 211 BC through the mid-third century AD. It typically weighs 3.5–4.0 grams and measures 17–20mm. Republican issues are cataloged under Crawford (RRC); imperial issues follow RIC volumes by ruler.
About the Lugdunum Mint
Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC I (second edition) Augustus 169?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 169 is a Silver Denarius of Augustus (15 BC-13 BC) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC vol. I no. I (second edition) Augustus 169.
- How do you identify RIC I (second edition) Augustus 169?
- The obverse depicts Head of Augustus, bare, right with the inscription AVGVSTVS DIVI F. The reverse depicts Bull butting left with the inscription IMP X. Portrait type: bare.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC I (second edition) Augustus 169?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 169 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.75g, die axis 9 h, struck.
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