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Æ16 42 BC - 41 BC
| Bronze | 4 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Corinth (Achaea) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 42 BC - 41 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#372431 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dolphin facing left. Trident behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CORINT
Edge
Plain
Comment
Sometimes with "three dots within circle" countermark.Magistrates: L.Cas (duovir); M.Insteius C f Tectus (duovir)
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features the profile of a bearded man, believed to be the Greek god Poseidon, who was revered as the patron deity of Corinth. The reverse (back) side of the coin depicts a Pegasus, a mythical winged horse, which was a symbol of Corinth's wealth and prosperity. The coin's design was likely meant to represent the city's strong maritime trade and its connection to the sea.
