© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ28–31 - Tiberius Apollo
| Bronze | 14.42 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Oea (Africa Proconsularis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 24-29 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.42 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#200010 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of god Apollo facing right. Lyre in right field. Wreath around.
Script: Neo-Punic
Lettering: 𐤅𐤉𐤏𐤕
Translation: Oea
Edge
Rounded
Comment
Denomination: possibly a dupondius of 2 asses (RPC III page 207; MAA# 34)Dating: after AD 22–23 (RPC III page 206); AD 24–29 (MAA# 34)
Weight: 14.42 g average of 40 specimens (RPC III# 832; MAA# 34)
Diameter: 28–31 mm (RPC III# 832; MAA# 34)
Reverse inscription:
𐤅𐤉𐤏𐤕 (wyᶜt) in neo-Punic script, written right to left. Translates to Oea, the name of the city.
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ28–31 - Tiberius (Apollo) (24-29) from Oea (Africa Proconsularis) made of Bronze weighing 14.42 g, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is considered a "key date" coin, meaning that it was produced in limited quantities during a specific time period, making it highly sought after by collectors. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of Apollo, the Greek god of the sun, music, poetry, and prophecy, which adds to its cultural and historical significance.