© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Dupondius - Tiberius C C A M CATO L VETTIACVS II VIR LEG IV LEG VI LEG X
| Bronze | 19.72 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Caesaraugusta (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 31-32 |
| Value | Dupondius (⅛) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.72 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#416918 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vexillum between two circular standards (radiate phalerae), each on a basis.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C C A M CATO L VETTIACVS II VIR
LEG IV
LEG VI
LEG X
Comment
Magistrate of Marcus Cato (duovir) and Lucius Vettiacus (duovir).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tiberius, who was the second Roman Emperor and ruled from 14 AD to 37 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to stabilize the Roman Empire after the death of his adoptive father and predecessor, Augustus. The coin's design also includes the letters "C C A M CATO L VETTIACVS II VIR LEG IV LEG VI LEG X," which stand for "Caius Caesar Augustus Germanicus, Legate of the Fourth, Sixth, and Tenth Legions." This indicates that the coin was minted during Tiberius' reign and was likely used to pay soldiers and officials in the Roman Empire.
