© D. Friedman
© D. Friedman
Æ - Hadrianus Ascalon
| Bronze | 10.97 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Ascalon (Judaea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 117-118 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.97 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 4.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#109040 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
City Goddess standing left on prow, holding standard & aphlaston, altar in field to left, dove to right, date in field.
Lettering:
ACKAΛΩ
AK
Translation:
Askalon
(Date) 117/118 CE
Comment
References: Rosenberger 144, SNG ANS 716.
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ - Hadrianus (Ascalon) (117-118) from Ascalon (Judaea), is a rare example of a coin that was issued during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD) and is considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists.
