By the reign of Augustus (27 B.C.E. to 14 C.E.), the munera had become lavish gifts ​ — for the entertainment of the masses — ​ that wealthy officers of state offered to further their political careers.
Augustuse valitsusajaks (27 e.m.a – 14 m.a.j) oli munera muutunud heldekäeliseks kingituseks – rahvamasside meelelahutuseks –, mida pakkusid rikkad riigiametnikud, et edendada oma poliitilist karjääri.