Augustus Aureus, Eagle reverse
RIC I (second edition) Augustus 277 · 27 BC
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Obverse
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Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
CAESAR COS VII CIVIBVS SERVATEIS
Head of Augustus, bare, right
Reverse
AVGVSTVS S C
Eagle, wings spread, standing front, head left, on oak-wreath; two laurel branches behind
About This Type
This RIC I (second edition) Augustus 277 is an aureus of Augustus (27 BC). The reverse depicts Eagle, wings spread, standing front, head left, on oak-wreath; two laurel branches behind. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 7.77g, 19mm diameter.
About the Aureus
The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC I (second edition) Augustus 277?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 277 is a Gold Aureus of Augustus (27 BC) cataloged under RIC vol. I no. I (second edition) Augustus 277.
- How do you identify RIC I (second edition) Augustus 277?
- The obverse depicts Head of Augustus, bare, right with the inscription CAESAR COS VII CIVIBVS SERVATEIS. The reverse depicts Eagle, wings spread, standing front, head left, on oak-wreath; two laurel branches behind with the inscription AVGVSTVS S C. Portrait type: bare.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC I (second edition) Augustus 277?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 277 was struck in Gold, standard weight 7.77g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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