Æ15 (ΑΝΤΙΠ ΛΕΠΙ) (44 BC - 27 BC) front Æ15 (ΑΝΤΙΠ ΛΕΠΙ) (44 BC - 27 BC) back
Æ15 (ΑΝΤΙΠ ΛΕΠΙ) (44 BC - 27 BC) photo
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Æ15 ΑΝΤΙΠ ΛΕΠΙ 44 BC - 27 BC

 
Bronze 2.2 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Antipolis (Gallia Narbonensis)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
44 BC - 27 BC
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#58321
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Nike crowning a trophy.
Name of the city of Antipolis and of the proconsul Marcus Aemilius Lepidus.

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 obverse side of the coin depicts the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features the Roman Emperor Augustus, indicating the cultural exchange and influence between the two civilizations during that time period.