© Cristiano Becker
© Cristiano Becker
Æ 25 - Commodus with countermark "KA" ΑΔΡ ΠΕΤΡΑ ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛ
| Bronze | 7.6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Petra (Arabia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 177-192 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#434820 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Turreted and veiled Tyche standing, left, holding patera (over horned altar?) and trophy.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΔΡ ΠΕΤΡΑ ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛ
Unabridged legend: Ἅδρ(ιανὴ) Πέτρα μητρόπολ(ις)
Translation: Hadrian Petra Metropolis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a countermark, which is a secondary marking or symbol that was added to the coin after it was minted. The countermark on this coin, "KA," is believed to stand for "Kataba," which was a region in Arabia that was known for its copper mines. This suggests that the coin may have been minted specifically for use in this region, and that the countermark was added to indicate its origin or purpose.