© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Dupondius - Caligula LICINIANO ET GERMANO II VIR C C A
| Bronze | 11.83 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Caesaraugusta (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 | 11.83 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#417838 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LICINIANO ET GERMANO II VIR
C C A
Comment
Magistrate of Germanus (duovir) and Licinianus (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 "LICINIANO ET GERMANO II VIR C C A," which translates to "Licinianus and Germanus, son of the divine Augustus, consul for the second time." This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when Caligula was attempting to promote a more positive image of himself, despite his questionable actions as emperor.
