Æ15 - Anonymous (138-276) front Æ15 - Anonymous (138-276) back
Æ15 - Anonymous (138-276) photo
© ALAMIR

Æ15 - Anonymous

 
Bronze 2.6 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Magnesia ad Sipylum (Conventus of Smyrna)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
138-276
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.6 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#169077
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Tripod

Lettering: MAΓNHTON

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD), who was known for his extensive travels throughout the Roman Empire and his efforts to promote Greek culture and architecture. The coin's design, featuring the image of a Roman emperor on one side and a goddess on the other, reflects the blending of Roman and Greek cultural influences that occurred during this period.