Struck under Tiberius after the death of Augustus, this silver denarius reflects the early formation of the Roman imperial system. The radiate portrait presents Augustus not as a living ruler, but as a deified figure, elevated beyond the human realm.
The image is restrained yet deliberate. Authority is no longer only political, but sacred, carried forward through memory and continuity
The History
Following the death of Augustus in AD 14, the Roman Senate formally recognized him as a god. This marked a turning point in Roman political culture, where the emperor could exist simultaneously as ruler and as a divine presence.
Tiberius, his successor, reinforced this transition through coinage. By placing the radiate head of Augustus on circulating currency, he ensured that the founder of the empire remained visible across daily life. The radiate crown itself signified divinity, aligning Augustus with solar imagery and eternal presence.
Coins such as this were not simply memorials. They functioned as instruments of legitimacy, linking Tiberius directly to Augustus and grounding his authority in continuity rather than rupture. As these denarii moved through the empire, they carried with them the idea that Rome’s stability rested on an unbroken line from its first emperor.
What’s Included
Authentic Roman silver denarius of Augustus, guaranteed genuine
Carefully prepared and set as a finished pendant
A sterling silver chain
Optional 14k gold chain upgrade available at checkout
Protective packaging suitable for storage or gifting
Documentation describing the coin and its historical context
Coin Details
Issuer: Tiberius, in honor of Divus Augustus
Date: AD 14 to 37
Denomination: Silver denarius
Mint: Rome
Obverse: Radiate head of Divus Augustus left
Reverse: Commemorative reverse type honoring the deified Augustus
Metal: Silver
Divus Augustus Denarius under Tiberius in Silver
$675.00
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