Oea Æ30–32 - Augustus, -8 – -5
Minerva and Apollo
Information
Country
Oea
Oea
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ30–32 - Augustus
Year
-8 – -5
Ruler
Augustus (Caius Octavius)
(-27–14)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
21.45
Diameter (mm)
32
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ30–32 - Augustus from Oea. Issued from -8 to -5. Struck in Bronze. Measures 32 mm and weighs 21.45 g.
- Obverse
- Bare head of Emperor Augustus facing left. Lituus (curved augural staff) to the left. Praefericulum (metal sacrificial vase) to the right. Wreath around.
- Reverse
- Helmeted bust of goddess Minerva facing right. Laureate bust of god Apollo facing left, with cithara (ancient stringed musical instrument) and quiver on shoulder. Beaded rim.
- Edge
- Bevelled
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (8 BC - 5 BC) | — | With "C" on obverse | ||
| ND (8 BC - 5 BC) | — | Without "C" on obverse |
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