Tiberius "Tribute Penny" (14-37 A.D.)

Created to celebrate a strong and worthy ruler, this silver denarius spotlights the achievements of Tiberius, who succeeded Caesar Augustus to the throne. The coin was minted in the Roman Empire and was struck in high relief. The patina it has acquired through the centuries contrasts with, and therefore underlines, the detail of the coin. One side of the denarius contains a bust of Tiberius, and the reverse features a portrait of Tiberius' mother, Livia. The handcrafted 14k solid gold setting was created especially for the coin, ensuring a secure fit.

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Price: $1379.00
Coin minted: c. 14-37 A.D.
Coin denomination/metal: Silver denarius
Coin grade: Premium quality
Hand selected by our senior numismatist for exceptional beauty and detail
Setting: Handcrafted 14k solid gold

About this coin

The second Roman Emperor to rule during the time of Jesus, Tiberius was both step-son and son-in-law to Caesar Augustus. Tiberius eventually was adopted by Augustus when he ran out of heirs. He ascended to the throne without controversy when Augustus died and ruled well during a prosperous period in Roman history. He later tired of the intrigues of palace life and spent the last 11 years of his reign on Caprae (Capri). The obverse of this silver denarius includes a portrait of Tiberius with the words "TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVSTVS," naming Tiberius son of the divine Augustus. The reverse shows a seated female historically identified as Livia, Tiberius' mother, dressed as Pax and surrounded by the words "PONTIF MAXIM."

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