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As - Tiberius C CAESAR TI N QVINQ C V I N K
| Bronze | 13.03 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Carthago Nova (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 31-37 |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.03 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#407392 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bare head of Caligula, left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: C CAESAR TI N QVINQ C V I N K
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tiberius, who was the second Roman Emperor and ruled from 14 AD to 37 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to stabilize the Roman Empire after the death of his adoptive father and predecessor, Augustus. The coin's design and inscription, including the abbreviation "C CAESAR TI N QVINQ C V I N K," reflect the imperial cult and the divine status that Tiberius held during his reign.
