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Ace of bronze (8.78 g, 29 mm)
Ceca: Colonia Patricia (present-day Córdoba, former province of Baetica, Hispania)
Date: During the reign of Augustus
References: RPC I 129, Sear 16, FAB 1989
Obverse: Legend: PERM CAES AVG. Head uncovered (without a crown) of Augustus looking to the left.
Reverse: Legend: COLONIA PATRICIA, inscribed within a laurel wreath.
Historical context
Colonia Patricia, currently known as Córdoba, was an important Roman colony founded by Caesar and reorganized under Augustus. Its status as a colony implied privileges, such as the right to mint its own currency. This issue honors Emperor Augustus, using titles that demonstrate his imperial authority.
PERM (Permissu): "With permission of"
CAES AVG: Caesar Augustus
→ The legend can be translated as: "With the permission of Caesar Augustus," indicating issuance under imperial authority.
The laurel wreath on the reverse is a symbol of victory, honor, and imperial legitimacy, key elements in the principality's propaganda releases.
The coin shows notable wear but retains sufficient visible details in both the bust and the inscription.
It has an attractive olive green patina, typical of well-preserved ancient bronzes, which gives it authenticity and aesthetic value.
It has an attractive olive green patina, typical of well-preserved ancient bronzes, which gives it authenticity and aesthetic value.
€60,00 EUR
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