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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Semis - Caligula G TARRACINA P PRISCO II VIR V OSCA V
| Bronze | 3.59 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Osca (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 37-41 |
| Value | Semis (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.59 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#415112 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G TARRACINA P PRISCO II VIR
V
OSCA
V
Comment
Magistrate of Gaius Tarracina (duovir) and Publius Priscus (duovir)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Caligula, who was a Roman emperor known for his controversial and often tyrannical rule. Despite his notorious reputation, his coins are still widely studied and collected today, providing a unique glimpse into the economic and political climate of ancient Rome during his reign.
