© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Æ15 - Aphilas
| Bronze | 2.68 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Aksum |
|---|---|
| King | Aphilas (circa 305-315) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305-315 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#312379 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Small bust to right, wearing headcloth ending with triangular ribbon behind, draped; above, pellet on crescent dividing the lettering.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑξѠΜΙΤѠΝ ΒΙCΙ ΔΙΜΗΛΗ
Translation: [...] of Aksum, man of Dimele
Interesting fact
The Aphilas coin is one of the few coins from the Aksumite Kingdom that features a portrait of a king with a beard. Most Aksumite coins depict the king with a clean-shaven face, so this coin is a rare exception. The beard on the coin may symbolize the king's wisdom, power, or religious beliefs.
