| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 209 | Silver | Auction date: 28 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 372 Price realized: 90 EUR (Approx. 96 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: Drusus, son of Tiberius AD 22-23. Rome As Æ 29 mm, 9,72 g DRVSVS CAESAR TI AVG F DIVI AVG N, bare head left / PONTIF TRIBVN POTEST ITER around large S•C. Very Fine RIC I 45 (Tiberius); BNC II 78; BMC 99; Cohen 2. Drusus Julius Caesar was the only son of the Roman emperor Tiberius, born around 13 BC and died in AD 23. Following the death of Tiberius's nephew and adoptive son Germanicus in AD 19, Drusus became the designated heir to the imperial throne. Despite being known for his alleged violent and dissolute behavior, Drusus displayed competence in public affairs. In AD 14, he successfully quelled a dangerous mutiny in the region of Pannonia. Later, in AD 15, he held the prestigious position of consul. Drusus' abilities were further demonstrated during his governorship of Illyricum from AD 17 to 20. He orchestrated the downfall of Maroboduus, the king of the Germanic tribe Marcomanni, consolidating Roman influence in the area. Recognizing his talents, he was appointed consul again in AD 21 and was granted the administrative privileges associated with tribunician power in AD 22. Tragically, Drusus passed away before his father Tiberius. He allegedly fell victim to poisoning orchestrated by his wife Livilla, and possibly with the involvement of Tiberius's advisor, Sejanus. Drusus' untimely death marked the end of his chance to ascend to the Roman throne, as he was intended to succeed Tiberius. His death left an impact on Roman politics and paved the way for future events and rulers in the empire. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
