© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ11 ϹΙΠΥΛΟΥ
| Bronze | 1.6 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | City of Magnesia ad Sipylum (Conventus of Smyrna) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#145106 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
River-god Hermos reclining left, holding reed and resting arm on overturned urn
Script: Greek
Lettering: CIΠYΛOY
Comment
The denominations of bronze coins that are unknown to numismatists are referred to as Æ, (or AE, which means it is made of a base alloy), and with the diameter after it.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the goddess Athena on one side and an image of the mythical creature, the Griffin, on the other.