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Æ20 - Caligula ΑΙΖΑΝΙΤΩΝ ΕΠΙ ΑΡΙϹΤΑΡΧΟΥ ΙΕΡΑΚΟϹ
| Bronze | 4.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Aezani (Conventus of Sardis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 37-41 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#236003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Zeus standing left, holding eagle and scepter.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΙΖΑΝΙΤWΝ ƐΠΙ ΑΡΙϹΤΑΡΧΟΥ ΙƐΡΑΚΟϹ
Unabridged legend: Αἰζανιτῶν ἐπὶ Ἀριστάρχου Ἱέρακος
Translation: {Coin] of the citizens of Aezani, [struck] under Aristarchos son of Hierax.
Comment
Magistrate of Aristarchos, son of Hierax .
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 "Aristarchus," which means "best ruler." This contrast between the coin's image and its inscription may suggest that the people of Aezani had mixed feelings about Caligula's rule.
