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Æ14 ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΥΜΟΝΙ; Heraclea Sintica 100 BC - 1 BC
| Bronze | 2.96 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Heraclea Sintica (Roman province of Macedonia) |
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| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 1 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.96 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#404278 |
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| Rarity index | 100% |
The coin features a depiction of the Greek goddess Demeter on the obverse (front side), which is unusual for a Roman province coin. Demeter was an important deity in ancient Greece, associated with agriculture, fertility, and the harvest. Her appearance on this coin may indicate that the people of Heraclea Sintica had a strong cultural connection to Greek traditions and beliefs, even under Roman rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (100 BC - 1 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Æ14 (ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΥΜΟΝΙ; Heraclea Sintica) (100 BC - 1 BC) coin.