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Æ - Caligula ΓΕΡΜΑΝΙΚΟΝ ΚΑΙΣΑΡΑ ΕΠΙ ΑΥΓΟΥΡΕΙΝΩ ΛΑΤΙ
| Bronze | 5.91 g | - |
| Issuer | Lato (Cyrenaica and Crete) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 37-41 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.91 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#418156 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laureate head of Germanicus, right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΓΕΡΜΑΝΙΚΟΝ ΚΑΙΣΑΡΑ ΕΠΙ ΑΥΓΟΥΡΕΙΝΩ ΛΑΤΙ
Comment
Magistrate: Augurinus.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Caligula, who was known for his controversial and often tyrannical rule, yet the coin's inscription describes him as "Germanicus" and "Caesar," suggesting that he was still trying to present himself as a legitimate and powerful leader even during his later years.