© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Sestertius - Caligula LICINIANO ET GERMANO II C C A VIR
| Bronze | 24.15 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Caesaraugusta (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 | 24.15 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#417792 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aquila between two signa.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LICINIANO ET GERMANO II
C C A
VIR
Comment
Magistrate of Germanus (duovir) and Licinianus (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 rule, yet the coin's inscription describes him as "Liciniano et Germano II C C A Vir," which translates to "Second time consul, son of Germanicus," emphasizing his connection to his famous father, Germanicus, rather than his own accomplishments or reputation. This highlights the political and propaganda uses of coinage during the Roman Empire.
