© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ17 - Trajan ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑΤ Β
| Bronze | 2.8 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-99 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#365475 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Winged caduceus.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑΤ Β
Unabridged legend: δημαρχ(ικῆς) ἐξ(ουσίας) ὕπατ(ος) βʹ
Translation: holder of the tribunitian power, consul for the second time
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of the Roman emperor Trajan on one side and a representation of the goddess Tyche on the other. Tyche was the patron deity of the city of Antioch, where the coin was minted, and her image on the coin symbolizes the city's prosperity and good fortune under Trajan's rule.
