Didrachm - Drusus the Elder (DE GERMANIS) (41-54) front Didrachm - Drusus the Elder (DE GERMANIS) (41-54) back
Didrachm - Drusus the Elder (DE GERMANIS) (41-54) photo
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Didrachm - Drusus the Elder DE GERMANIS

 
Silver 7.3 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
41-54
Value
Didrachm = 2 Drachms = 2 Denarii
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.3 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#247011
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Triumphal arch surmounted by an equestrian statue, right, between two trophies; rider is raising right hand

Script: Latin

Lettering: DE GERMANIS

Unabridged legend: Devictus Germanis.

Translation: Conquered the Germans.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Didrachm coin featuring Drusus the Elder (DE GERMANIS) was minted during a time of significant political and military change in the Roman Empire. Drusus was a prominent military leader and politician who played a crucial role in expanding the empire's borders, particularly in Germany. The coin's design, which features Drusus' image, symbolizes the empire's growing influence and power in the region.