Drachm - Tiberius and Drusus the Younger
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 33-34 |
| Value | Drachm = 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Drusus, bare, left.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Drachm coin , which features Tiberius and Drusus the Younger, was minted during a time of significant political tension in the Roman Empire. Tiberius, who was the stepson of Augustus and the adopted son of Julius Caesar, had just recently succeeded Augustus as emperor, and was facing opposition from some senators who resented his rule. Meanwhile, Drusus the Younger was Tiberius' adopted son and was seen as a potential rival for the throne. Despite these tensions, the coinage of this period remained consistent, with the standard circulation coins like the Drachm continuing to feature the images of the ruling emperors. This coin, in particular, is a rare example of a coin that features both Tiberius and Drusus the Younger, making it a unique piece of history.
