Sestertius - Augustus C CASSIVS C F CELER IIIVIR A A A F F S C

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IssuerRoman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Year16 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Sestertius = 1/4 Denarius
CurrencyDenarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
CompositionBronze
Weight21.8 g
Dimensions33.5 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC I#374, OCRE#ric.1(2).aug.374
Obverse descriptionOak-wreath between two laurel branches.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringOB CIVIS SERVATOS
(Translation: For saving the citizens.)
Reverse descriptionLegend surrounding S C.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringC CASSIVS C F CELER IIIVIR A A A F F S C
(Translation: Gaius Cassius son of Gaius Celer, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) casting and striking gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.)
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Mint
MintageND (-16)  - -
Catalog ID8640310560
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