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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius - Caligula S P Q R PP OB CS
40 year| Silver | 2.9 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 40 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247145 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in three lines in oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R PP OB CS
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus, Pater Patriae, Ob Cives Servatos.
The senate and the Roman people to the father of the nation, the saviour of the citizens.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.81–3.07 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Caligula (S P Q R PP OB CS) (40) coin is that it features a rare and unique design element. The coin's reverse side depicts a Roman galley, which is an ancient warship, and it is believed to be one of the earliest representations of a ship on a Roman coin. This design choice was likely made to commemorate Caligula's military campaigns and naval victories.
