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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Æ17 - Aphilas
| Bronze | 1.72 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Aksum |
|---|---|
| King | Aphilas (circa 305-315) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305-315 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.72 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#312376 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Wheat stalk upwards.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MITѠN BICI ΔIMHΛH
Translation: [...]m, man of Dimele
Interesting fact
The Aphilas coin is one of the few coins from the Aksumite Kingdom that feature a ruler's name in Greek, rather than the traditional Ge'ez script used in Ethiopia at the time. This suggests that the coin may have been minted during a period of Greek influence or occupation in the region.
