© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Tiberius PONTIF MAXIM TRIBVN POTEST XVII S C
| Bronze | 10 g | 27.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 15-16 |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247280 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Female figure, veiled, draped, seated, right, holding patera in right hand and long sceptre in left; her feet rest on stool left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF MAXIM TRIBVN POTEST XVII S C
Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Septima Decima. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 17th time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.33–10.82 g;Diameter varies: 26–28 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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 administrative and military reforms, and his reign marked the beginning of the Roman Empire's expansion into Germany and the East. The coin's design also includes the inscription "PONTIF MAXIM TRIBVN POTEST XVII S C," which highlights Tiberius' role as the supreme priest of the Roman state religion.
