Sestertius - Tiberius PERMISSV L APRONI PROCOS III C SEX POM CELSO C I P

発行体 Colony of Iulia Pia Paterna (Africa Proconsularis)
年号 21
種類 Standard circulation coin
額面 Sestertius (1/4)
通貨 Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
材質 Bronze
重量 34.98 g
直径 37 mm
厚さ
形状 Round (irregular)
製造技法 Hammered
向き Medal alignment ↑↑
彫刻師
流通終了年
参考文献 I#762 , MAA#97a
表面の説明 Diademed head of Tiberius left.
表面の文字体系 Latin
表面の銘文 TI CAE DIVI AVG F AVG IMP VIII COS IIII
(Translation: Tiberius Caesar, son of the divine Augustus, Augustus, imperator for the eighth time, consul for the fourth time)
裏面の説明 Mercury wearing petasus and holding caduceus, seated on rock left
裏面の文字体系 Latin
裏面の銘文 PERMISSV L APRONI PROCOS III C SEX POM CELSO C I P
(Translation: by permission of Lucius Apronius, proconsul for the third time; with? Sextus Pompeius Celsus; the Julian colony of Paterna)
鋳造所
鋳造数 ND (21) - -
Numisquare ID 1063290120
追加情報

Historical Context: Issued in 21 AD by the Colony of Iulia Pia Paterna in Africa Proconsularis, this Sestertius falls within Emperor Tiberius's reign (14-37 AD). Its production was authorized locally: "PERMISSV L APRONI PROCOS III C SEX POM CELSO C I P" – by permission of Lucius Apronius, Proconsul for the third time, and C. Sex. Pom. Celso, of Colonia Iulia Paterna. This inscription underscores the administrative autonomy granted to Roman colonies, linking imperial power with provincial governance in a vital Roman territory.

Artistry: The engraver remains anonymous, typical for ancient colonial coinage. This Sestertius reflects the provincial Roman school, drawing inspiration from contemporary imperial iconography. The obverse likely features an idealized portrait of Tiberius, rendered with local interpretation, benefiting from the substantial 37mm flan size. The reverse design incorporates elements significant to the colony or proconsul, alongside the crucial authorizing inscription, which itself forms a key component, asserting local authority.

Technical/Grading: This Sestertius, weighing 34.98 grams and measuring 37mm, is a substantial bronze coin. For optimal grading, key high-points include the emperor's brow, nose, and hair details on the obverse, and any figures or intricate lettering on the reverse. Colonial bronze issues often vary in strike quality; a premium example displays a full, well-centered strike with sharp details and legible inscriptions. Common characteristics may include minor flan imperfections or slight off-centering, typical for large provincial bronze issues.

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