© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Semis - Caligula INS AVG 'YBSHM
| Bronze | 5.49 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Ebusus (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 | 5.49 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#422604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bes standing, holding hammer and serpent.
Script: Latin
Lettering: INS AVG 'YBSHM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Caligula, who was known for his controversial and often tyrannical rule, yet the inscription on the coin refers to him as "INS AVG," which means "Imperator Augustus," suggesting a level of respect and authority that may not have been entirely accurate during his reign.
