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© Leu Numismatik
10 Assaria - Gallienus Side
| Bronze | 12.40 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Side (Lycia et Pamphylia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 253-268 |
| Value | 10 Assaria (⅝) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.40 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.85 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#389225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tyche standing left, holding rudder and cornucopia
Script: Greek
Lettering: ϹΙΔΗΤΩΝ ΝΕΩΚΟΡΩΝ
Edge
Rough
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Gallienus, who ruled from 253 to 268 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant cultural and religious exchange between the Roman Empire and the city of Side, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the ancient world. Despite being made of bronze, a relatively common metal at the time, this coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact among collectors and historians today.