what sort of coin is it
denarius
when is the coin dated to
19-18 BC
what is on the obverse?
Head of Augustus,
wearing a laurel wreath (symbol of victory and honour)
CAESAR AUGUSTUS
what is on the reverse
A comet
DIVVS IVLIVS (divine Julius)
what does this coin connect
connects Augustus to Caesar
what does the coin celebrate
divinity of J.C and Augustus being descended from God
why is the comet linked to Julius Caesar?
in 44bc a comet appeared over the commemorative games a few moths after his death
when was Julius Caesar declared a God?
42 BC
What themes does this coin link to?
leader- strong and honoured leader
Divi Filius- connections to the Gods and divine descent