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单词 aureus
释义

aureus

/ˈɔːrɪəs /
noun (plural aurei)
A Roman coin of the late republic and empire, worth 25 silver denarii.The gold denomination of the Roman Empire was the aureus, which was worth twenty-five silver denarii....
  • Roman trade coins, ranging from the silver dinarii, issued by Augustus, to the gold aurei, minted by Tiberius and Nero, are a highlight.
  • The highest price at the auction was paid for a Roman gold medallion of 4 aurei struck in AD 308 for the Roman Emperor Maxentius.

Origin

Latin, noun use of aureus 'golden', from aurum 'gold'.

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