© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Dupondius - Caligula G TARRACINA P PRISCO IIVIR VRBS VICT OASCA
| Bronze | 13.23 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Osca (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 37-41 |
| Value | Dupondius (⅛) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.23 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#415103 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G TARRACINA P PRISCO IIVIR VRBS VICT
OASCA
Comment
Magistrate of Gaius Tarracina (duovir) and Publius Priscus (duovir)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Caligula, who was known for his controversial and often tyrannical rule, yet the coin's inscription describes him as "Germanicus Tarrracina, son of the divine Augustus, great priest, twice consul, victorious over the Oscans." This contrast between the coin's positive portrayal of Caligula and his actual reputation highlights the propaganda efforts of the Roman Empire during his reign.
