Gaius (Caligula). AD 37-41. AE As

Gaius (Caligula). AD 37-41. AE As (29 mm, 10.40 g, 7h). Rome mint. Struck AD 37-38. Gaius Caligula bareheaded right, with obverse legend:  C CAESAR GERMANICUS PONT M TR POT. Reverse shows Vesta seated on ornamental chair facing left holding patera in right hand and scepter in left. This issue is very common and highly sought after due to Caligula’s short reign.

Rough brown surfaces, some hard green, corrosion, pitting. VF

Ex CNG Electronic Auction 590, Lot 648