aureus of augustus

MAC CASC 19790
Object type aureus of Augustus
Culture/period Roman world
Materials gold
Technique coining
Mint
Production date 2 / 14
Museum Museu d'Arqueologia de Catalunya - CASC
Current location
Archaeological site Aiguablava IV
Township Begur (Europa, Espanya, Catalunya, Girona, Baix Empordà)
Dimensions 19 x 1 mm
Description
Aureus from the period of Augustus. It is a coin dated between 2 BC and 14 AD to celebrate the designation of Gaius and Lucius as his grandchildren (sons of Julia and Marcus Agrippa). Caesars Gaius and Lucius standing, in robes, with shields and spears between them. At the top of the field is a simpulum (small cup) and a lituus (walking stick used by augurs).
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