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Sestertius - Tiberius
23 year| (copper alloy) | 37.80 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Colony of Iulia Pia Paterna (Africa Proconsularis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 23 |
| Value | Sestertius (¼) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | (copper alloy) |
| Weight | 37.80 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#376143 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
God Mercury, nude, wearing winged petasus (Thessalian broad brimmed hat) and winged shoes, seated left on rock, holding winged caduceus in outstretched right hand, resting left hand on rock.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PERMIS P DOLABELLAE PROCOS C P GAVIO CAS D D
C P I
Comment
Magistrates: Publius Gavius Casca; Publius Cornelius Dolabella (proconsul)Weight: 36.64 g average based on 13 specimens (RPC I# 13)
Varieties:
Variety 1
Reverse lettering: PERMIS P DOLABELLAE PROCOS C P GAVIO
Variety 2
Reverse lettering: PERMIS P DOLABELLAE PROCOS C P G
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tiberius, who was the second Roman Emperor and ruled from 14 AD to 37 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to expand the Roman Empire. The coin's design may have been meant to promote his image and reinforce his authority as the leader of the Roman Empire.