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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Drachm - Tiberius
| Silver | 3.57 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Caesarea (Cappadocia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 14-37 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.57 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#383842 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mt. Argaeus surmounted by figure of Helios standing left, globe in right hand, scepter in left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘΕΟΥ ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟΥ ΥΙΟΣ
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Caesarea (Cappadocia) bearing the image of Tiberius (14-37 AD) was part of a series of coins minted during the Roman Empire's expansion into Asia Minor. The use of silver in the coin's composition symbolized the value and wealth of the Roman Empire at the time.
