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As - Tiberius V V OSCA II VIR QVIETO ET PEREGRINO
| Bronze | 12.6 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Osca (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 | 12.6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#287514 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Horseman with spear to the right
Script: Latin
Lettering: V V OSCA II VIR QVIETO ET PEREGRINO
Comment
Magistrate of Peregrinus (duovir) and Quietus (duovir).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tiberius, who was the second Roman Emperor, on one side, and an image of a quieto et peregrino (a peaceful and wandering priest) on the other. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, and that the people of Osca (Tarraconensis) were proud of their cultural and religious heritage. Additionally, the fact that it's made of bronze and weighs 12.6g suggests that it was a widely used and practical coin for everyday transactions.
