© hareluca
© hareluca
12 Units - Aspurgus under Tiberius
| Bronze | 6.2 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Aspurgus (8 BC - 38 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 35-37 |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.2 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#326075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Head of Tiberius right, laureate, legend around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΑΙΣΑΡΟΣ ΤΙΒΕΡΙΟΥ
Translation: The caesar Tiberius
Comment
It is unclear on what system the value iof this coinage is based, however the IB mention on obverse refers to a mark of value (12) and not a dating parameter.BMC Greek lists this type under Rhescuporis I rather than Aspurgus.
This type is generally attributed towards the end of the reign of Tiberius.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Tiberius on one side and a representation of the Bosporan Kingdom's ruler, Aspurgus, on the other. This coin is a rare example of a Roman provincial coin that was issued by a client kingdom, highlighting the complex political and economic relationships between the Roman Empire and its vassal states.
