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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Sestertius - Caligula G TARRACINA P PRISCO V V OSCA II VIR
| Bronze | 25.46 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Osca (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 37-41 |
| Value | Sestertius (¼) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.46 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#415095 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horseman with spear right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G TARRACINA P PRISCO
V V OSCA
II VIR
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 known for his controversial and often tyrannical reign as Roman Emperor from 37 to 41 AD. Despite his notorious reputation, the coin's inscription describes him as "Germanicus Tarrracina, son of the divine Augustus, great-grandson of the divine Julius, pontifex maximus, holder of the tribunician power, consul for the second time, father of the fatherland" (G TARRACINA P PRISCO V V OSCA II VIR), highlighting the propaganda efforts of the Roman Empire to promote their leaders and legitimize their rule.