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Æ17 - Hadrian ΜΑΡΩΝΕΙΤΩΝ
| Bronze | 2.86 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Maronea (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 117-138 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.86 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#418386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus standing facing, head right, resting on sceptre with his right hand; at his feet, on left, eagle (?).
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΑΡΩΝΕΙΤΩΝ
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ17 Hadrian (ΜΑΡΩΝΕΙΤΩΝ) from Maronea (Thracia), is a rare example of a Roman coin that features a provincial mint mark. The mint mark, ΜΑΡΩΝΕΙΤΩΝ, indicates that the coin was produced at the Maronea mint, which was located in the Roman province of Thracia (modern-day Bulgaria). This mint mark is unique to this coin and is not found on other coins of the same era, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians.