© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ12 - Antoninus Pius ΕΤΟΥϹ ΖΝΥ
| Bronze | 1.7 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Hierapolis Bambyce (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-161 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#435863 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lyre; letter A, B, or Γ above or in right field.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΤΟΥϹ ΖΝΥ
Comment
On reverse: Ζ may be shaped as reversed Ζ, ΝΥ may be retrograde
'Pseudo-autonomous issue': Reign of Antoninus Pius
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare image of Antoninus Pius, depicted with a beard, which was not a common representation of him on coins.
