Æ12 (ΑΝΤΙΠ ΛΕΠΙ) (44 BC - 43 BC) front Æ12 (ΑΝΤΙΠ ΛΕΠΙ) (44 BC - 43 BC) back
Æ12 (ΑΝΤΙΠ ΛΕΠΙ) (44 BC - 43 BC) photo
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Æ12 ΑΝΤΙΠ ΛΕΠΙ 44 BC - 43 BC

 
Bronze 2.2 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Antipolis (Gallia Narbonensis)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
44 BC - 43 BC
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#432372
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike crowning a trophy.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΝΤΙΠ ΛΕΠΙ

Unabridged legend: Αντίπολις Λέπιδος

Translation: Antipolis Lepidus

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Roman elements. The coin's obverse (front) side bears the image of a Roman magistrate, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. This fusion of cultural influences reflects the multicultural nature of Antipolis, a city located in what is now modern-day France, which was founded by Greek colonizers and later became a Roman province.