Æ Drachm - Antoninus Pius L ΔⲰΔƐΚΑΤΟV
| Bronze | 34 g | 22.65 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 148-149 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 34 g |
| Diameter | 22.65 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#306941 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Tyche standing, facing, head, l., wearing kalathos, holding rudder and cornucopia
Script: Greek
Lettering: L ΔⲰΔƐΚΑΤΟV
Comment
Reference: D 2879 corr. (DS), DS 8752, DS Suppl pl 19, 138, Geissen 1622, M 1998Roman Provincial Coinage (RPC)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare portrait of Antoninus Pius, depicted with a beard, which was unusual for Roman emperors at the time.
