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Æ20 - Caligula ΑΙΖΑΝΙΤWΝ EΠΙ ΣΤΡΑΤWΝΟΣ ΜΗΔΗΟΥ
| Bronze | 5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Aezani (Conventus of Sardis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 37-41 |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#295366 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Zeus standing, left, with eagle and sceptre.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΙΖΑΝΙΤWΝ EΠΙ ΣΤΡΑΤWΝΟΣ ΜΗΔΗΟΥ
Unabridged legend: Αἰζανιτῶν ἐπὶ Στράτωνος Μηδήου
Translation: of the Aezanites, under Straton Medes
Comment
Magistrate of Straton Medes.
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 reign as Roman Emperor. Despite his notorious reputation, the coin's inscription describes him as "ΣΤΡΑΤWΝΟΣ ΜΗΔΗΟΥ," which means "of the army, of the people." This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when Caligula was attempting to promote his image as a strong and popular leader, despite his actual actions being quite the opposite.