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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Sestertius - Tiberius
| Copper | 23.7 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Romula (Baetica) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 14-37 |
| Value | Sestertius (¼) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 23.7 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#392324 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Head of Livia upon globe, left, crescent above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVLIA AVGVSTA GENETRIX ORBIS
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , featuring Tiberius (14-37 AD) from Romula (Baetica), is interesting because it was minted during a time of significant political and social change in the Roman Empire. Tiberius was the second Roman Emperor, and his reign was marked by a series of reforms and political intrigues. The coin's design and inscriptions can provide valuable insights into the cultural and economic context of the time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of copper, a relatively common metal, suggests that it was intended for everyday use and circulation among the general population, rather than being a rare or commemorative coin.