© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ20 - Tiberius Portrait facing left; Pegasus
| Bronze | 8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Corinth (Achaea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 12-16 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#372779 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pegasus walking right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A VATRONIO LABEONE IIVIR
COR
Edge
Plain
Comment
Magistrates: A. Vatronius Labeo (duovir); L. Rutilius Placus (duovir)Interesting fact
The Pegasus on the reverse of this coin is a symbol of Corinth, the city-state that minted it. In Greek mythology, Pegasus was a winged horse that was born from the blood of the Gorgon Medusa, and it was said to have been tamed by the hero Bellerophon. The use of Pegasus on this coin may have been intended to represent the city's connection to Greek mythology and its rich cultural heritage.
