


© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Æ12 ΑΝΤΙΠ ΛΕΠΙ 44 BC - 43 BC
Bronze | 2.2 g | 12 mm |
Issuer | Antipolis (Gallia Narbonensis) |
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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 |
Numista | N#432372 |
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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.