© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Sestertius - Caligula LICINIANO ET GERMANO II C C A VIR
| Bronze | 27.13 g | 33 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 | 27.13 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#417799 |
|---|---|
| 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 "Germanicus" and "Licinianus," suggesting that he was trying to associate himself with the popular and respected Roman general Germanicus, who had died before Caligula's reign. This highlights the propaganda and image-making efforts that were common in ancient Roman coinage.
