© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans P M TR P IMP P P S C
| Bronze | 1.7 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 62-68 |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246460 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Olive-branch, upright; sometimes three dots above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P IMP P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestas, Imperator, Pater Patriae, Senatus Consultum.
High priest, tribunician power, supreme commander (Imperator), father of the country. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.4–2.33 g;Diameter varies: 12–15 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Tiberius (P M TR P IMP P P S C) on one side, while the other side bears the image of a goddess, likely Ceres, holding a grain ear and a torch. This coin was minted during Tiberius' reign (14-37 AD) and was used for everyday transactions in the Roman Empire. Despite its small size and relatively low value, it is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political systems of ancient Rome.
