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Quinarius Aureus - Tiberius TR POT XXXII; Victoria
| Gold | 3.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 30-31 |
| Value | 1 Gold Quinarius = 12½ Denarii (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247263 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, seated, right on globe, holding wreath with both hands, her left wing is visible.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XXXII
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tricesima Secunda.
Holder of tribunician power for the 32nd time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius Aureus coin is that it was used as a means of propaganda by the Roman Empire. The coin features an image of Tiberius, the Roman emperor at the time, and the inscription "TR POT XXXII" which stands for "Tiberius, Pontifex Maximus, for the 32nd time." This was a way for the Empire to promote Tiberius' leadership and reinforce his position as the supreme ruler of the Roman Empire. Additionally, the coin's design also includes the image of Victoria, the Roman goddess of victory, which further emphasizes the Empire's military prowess and dominance.
