RIC I (second edition) Augustus 477 Augustus reverse — Capricorn, right, head left, carrying cornucopia; all within laurel... Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC I (second edition) Augustus 477
Ruler
Augustus
Denomination
Cistophorus
Date
25 BC
Mint
Ephesus
Metal
Silver
Weight
11.41g
Diameter
25mm
Die Axis
1 h
Portrait Type
bare
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IMP CAESAR

Head of Augustus, bare, right

Reverse

AVGVSTVS

Capricorn, right, head left, carrying cornucopia; all within laurel wreath

About This Type

This RIC I (second edition) Augustus 477 is a cistophorus of Augustus (25 BC), struck at the Ephesus mint. The reverse depicts Capricorn, right, head left, carrying cornucopia; all within laurel wreath. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 11.41g, 25mm diameter.

About the Ephesus Mint

Ephesus was a major mint in western Asia Minor, producing coinage from the Greek period through the early imperial era. It was particularly active under Augustus and the civil war periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC I (second edition) Augustus 477?
RIC I (second edition) Augustus 477 is a Silver Cistophorus of Augustus (25 BC) struck at the Ephesus mint cataloged under RIC vol. I no. I (second edition) Augustus 477.
How do you identify RIC I (second edition) Augustus 477?
The obverse depicts Head of Augustus, bare, right with the inscription IMP CAESAR. The reverse depicts Capricorn, right, head left, carrying cornucopia; all within laurel wreath with the inscription AVGVSTVS. Portrait type: bare.
What are the physical specifications of RIC I (second edition) Augustus 477?
RIC I (second edition) Augustus 477 was struck in Silver, standard weight 11.41g, diameter 25mm, die axis 1 h, struck.

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