Æ26 - Tiberius (COL AVGVSTA EMERITA; Emerita) (14-37) front Æ26 - Tiberius (COL AVGVSTA EMERITA; Emerita) (14-37) back
Æ26 - Tiberius (COL AVGVSTA EMERITA; Emerita) (14-37) photo
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Æ26 - Tiberius COL AVGVSTA EMERITA; Emerita

 
Bronze 12 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Emerita (Lusitania)
Emperor
Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
14-37
Composition
Bronze
Weight
12 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#294062
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Camp gateway

Lettering: COL AVGVST(A) EMERITA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Tiberius, who was the second Roman Emperor and ruled from 14 AD to 37 AD. The coin features an image of Tiberius on one side and the name "COL AVGVSTA EMERITA" on the other, indicating that it was minted in the city of Emerita, which is now modern-day Mérida, Spain. The use of bronze in the coin's production was a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and affordable material.