As - Tiberius (Countermarked eagle right) (14-37) front As - Tiberius (Countermarked eagle right) (14-37) back
As - Tiberius (Countermarked eagle right) (14-37) photo
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As - Tiberius Countermarked eagle right

 
Bronze 11.41 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Calagurris (Tarraconensis)
Emperor
Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
14-37
Value
As (1⁄16)
Currency
Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
11.41 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Countermarked
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#374338
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Bull (Bos taurus) facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
M · C · I
L · FVL · SPARSO
L · SATVRNINO
II
VIR

Comment

Magistrates: Lucius Ful Sparsus (duovir); Lucius Saturninus (duovir)
Weight: 11.41 g average based on 98 specimens (RPC I# 448); 11.49 g (ACIP# 3128)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a countermarked eagle on the reverse, which indicates that it was issued during the reign of Tiberius (14-37 AD) and was likely used to validate the coin's authenticity and value. The use of countermarks was a common practice in ancient Rome, where coins were often issued with official stamps or marks to ensure their legitimacy and prevent counterfeiting. The eagle countermark on this coin is a distinctive feature that sets it apart from other coins of the same era and makes it a unique and interesting artifact for collectors and historians.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (14-37)  - - - - - -

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