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Bronze | 3.46 g | 16 mm |
Issuer | Thessalonica (Roman province of Macedonia) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 81-96 |
Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 3.46 g |
Diameter | 16 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#381958 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription in four lines within oak wreath; above inscription, eagle.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘΕΣ
ΣΑΛΟ
ΝΙΚΕ
ΩΝ
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The coin , a Standard circulation coin Æ16 (81-96) from Thessalonica (Roman province of Macedonia) made of Bronze weighing 3.46 g, features an image of the Roman emperor Commodus (180-192 AD) on one side and a depiction of the goddess Diana on the other. This coin was likely minted during Commodus' reign and circulated in the Roman province of Macedonia, which was an important region for trade and commerce during that time.