COIN (ROMAN)

A silver denarius of Tiberius (AD 14-37); PONTIF MAXIM reverse; RIC no. 3.


Despite the adhering copper corrosion, it is uncertain as to whether this coin is genuine or a plated forgery. It measures 18.9mm in diameter, 1.4mm thick and weighs 3.2g.

Ruler: Tiberius
Denomination: Denarius (Empire)
Material: Silver
Mint: Rome
Obverse: Laureate head right.
Obverse legend: TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVSTVS (retrograde)
Reverse: Livia or Pax seated right, holding branch.
Reverse legend: [PON]TIF MAXI[M]
Dated: 14.0 to 37.0
Weight (g): 3.2
Diameter (mm): 18.9
Thickness (mm): 1.4
Completeness: Complete
Preservation: Fair
Parish: Restricted Access
District: Uttlesford
County: Essex
Region: Eastern
Place known as: Chrishall
Discovery method: Metal detector