© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
As - Caligula TITVLLO ET MONTANO C C A II VIR
39 year| Bronze | 12.32 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Caesaraugusta (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 39 |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.32 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#418348 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Priest ploughing with yoke of oxen right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TITVLLO ET MONTANO
C C A
II VIR
Comment
Magistrate of Montanus (duovir) and Titullus (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 as Roman Emperor from 37 AD to 41 AD. Despite his notorious reputation, his coins remain popular among collectors due to their historical significance and the insight they provide into the Roman Empire's economy and governance during his reign.
