Augustus Denarius, Triumphal reverse
RIC I (second edition) Augustus 267 · 29 BC-27 BC
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
Head of Octavian, bare, right
Reverse
IMP CAESAR
Triumphal arch surmounted by quadriga in which Octavian stands
About This Type
This RIC I (second edition) Augustus 267 is a denarius of Augustus (29 BC-27 BC). The reverse depicts Triumphal arch surmounted by quadriga in which Octavian stands. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.72g, 20mm 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 267?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 267 is a Silver Denarius of Augustus (29 BC-27 BC) cataloged under RIC vol. I no. I (second edition) Augustus 267.
- How do you identify RIC I (second edition) Augustus 267?
- The obverse depicts Head of Octavian, bare, right. The reverse depicts Triumphal arch surmounted by quadriga in which Octavian stands with the inscription IMP CAESAR. Portrait type: bare.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC I (second edition) Augustus 267?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 267 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.72g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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