© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Semis - Tiberius A VERGILIVS OPT IIVIR
| Bronze | 4.28 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Paestum (Roman province of Italy) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 14-37 |
| Value | Semis (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.28 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#433403 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars standing left on pedestal, holding standard and sword.
Script: Latin
Lettering: A VERGILIVS OPT IIVIR
Unabridged legend: Aulus Vergilius Optimus IIvir
Translation: Aulus Vergilius Optimus duovir.
Comment
Magistrate of Aulus Vergilius Optimus (duovir).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tiberius, who was the second Roman Emperor, on one side, and the goddess Ceres on the other. This coin was minted during Tiberius' reign, which lasted from 14 to 37 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman province of Italy. The fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 4.28 grams suggests that it was a coin of relatively low denomination, likely used for everyday transactions.
