© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVST P M TR POT XXXIIX; Concordia, Hercules, Juno, Jupiter, Mercury, and Minerva
| Bronze | 27.1 g | 35.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 36-37 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 27.1 g |
| Diameter | 35.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247314 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding large S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVST P M TR POT XXXIIX
Translation:
Tiberius Caesar Divi Augusti Filius Augustus, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Tricesima Octava.
Tiberius Caesar, son of divine Augustus, emperor (Augustus), high priest, holder of tribunician power for the 38th time.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.9–29.45 g;Diameter varies: 35–36 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of deities and personifications on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts Concordia, Hercules, Juno, Jupiter, Mercury, and Minerva, all of whom were important figures in Roman mythology and culture. This diverse grouping of deities and personifications reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Roman Empire during this time period.
