© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Germanicus C CAESAR DIVI AVG PRON AVG P M TR P III P P
| Bronze | 10.8 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 39-40 |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.8 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247160 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: C CAESAR DIVI AVG PRON AVG P M TR P III P P
Translation:
Caius Caesar Divi Augusti Pronepos Augustus, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Pater Patriae.
Gaius Caesar, great-grandson of the divine Augustus, emperor (Augustus), high priest, holder of tribunician power for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.41–12.48 g;Diameter varies: 27–30 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Germanicus, who was a popular Roman general and the adopted son of Tiberius, the Roman emperor at the time. Despite his popularity, Germanicus died under mysterious circumstances, leading to rumors of poisoning and conspiracy. This coin was minted during his lifetime, and it is believed that his image was included on the coin to promote his image as a powerful and influential leader.
