Augustus Denarius, Trophy reverse
RIC I (second edition) Augustus 265A · 29 BC-27 BC
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
Head of Octavian, bare, right
Reverse
IMP CAESAR
Trophy, rudder and anchor on base, all on prow
About This Type
This RIC I (second edition) Augustus 265A is a denarius of Augustus (29 BC-27 BC). The reverse depicts Trophy, rudder and anchor on base, all on prow. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.87g, 21mm diameter.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC I (second edition) Augustus 265A?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 265A is a Silver Denarius of Augustus (29 BC-27 BC) cataloged under RIC vol. I no. I (second edition) Augustus 265A.
- How do you identify RIC I (second edition) Augustus 265A?
- The obverse depicts Head of Octavian, bare, right. The reverse depicts Trophy, rudder and anchor on base, all on prow with the inscription IMP CAESAR. Portrait type: bare.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC I (second edition) Augustus 265A?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 265A was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.87g, diameter 21mm, die axis 2 h, struck.
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