© Classical Numismatic Gallery
© Classical Numismatic Gallery
Æ20 - Tiberius Portrait facing left; Victoria on globe
| Bronze | 7 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 | 7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#372783 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged goddess Victoria facing left, standing on globe, holding wreath and palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A VATRONIO LABEONE IIVIR
CO R
Edge
Plain
Comment
Magistrates: A. Vatronius Labeo (duovir); L. Rutilius Placus (duovir)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Tiberius facing left, which was a departure from the traditional right-facing portraits of Roman emperors. This left-facing portrait was a deliberate choice made by Tiberius to distinguish himself from his predecessor, Augustus, and to emphasize his own unique identity as a ruler.
