© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Dupondius - Germanicus SCIPIONE ET MONTANO II VIR C C A
| Bronze | 12.23 g | 29 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 | 12.23 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#418072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCIPIONE ET MONTANO II VIR
C C A
Comment
Magistrate of Montanus (duovir) and Scipio (duovir).
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin features Germanicus, who was a prominent Roman general and politician, and the adopted son of Tiberius, the second Roman Emperor. Germanicus was known for his military campaigns in Germany and his popularity among the Roman people. The coin's inscription, "SCIPIONE ET MONTANO II VIR C C A," refers to Germanicus' titles as a Roman consul and commander of the Roman army.
