© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
As - Caligula G TARRACINA P PRISCO V V OSCA II VIR
| Bronze | 12.12 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Osca (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 37-41 |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.12 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#415106 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horseman with spear right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G TARRACINA P PRISCO
V V OSCA
II VIR
Comment
Magistrate of Gaius Tarracina (duovir) and Publius Priscus (duovir)
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 rule, yet the coin was still issued during his reign, suggesting that the people of Osca may have had a level of support or acceptance of his leadership.
