Æ17 - Domitianus (Tyre) (81-94) front Æ17 - Domitianus (Tyre) (81-94) back
Æ17 - Domitianus (Tyre) (81-94) photo
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Æ17 - Domitianus Tyre

 
Copper 2.67 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Tyre (Syria)
Emperor
Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
81-94
Value
1 Drachm
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.67 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#91885
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Palm tree

Lettering:
ΖΙΣ (ΖΣ) (ΘΣ) (ΙΣ) (ΘΙΣ)
ΙΕΡΑ ΑΣ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Domitian, who ruled from 81 to 94 AD, on one side, and a representation of the goddess Tyche, the patron deity of the city of Tyre, on the other. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was expanding its influence in the region and is a testament to the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during this period.