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Æ18 - Antoninus Pius COL ICO
| Bronze | 3.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Iconium (Galatia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-161 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#354087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Athena standing facing, head left, holding Nike presenting wreath, and spear; shield leaning against spear at her feet; in left field, serpent
Script: Latin
Lettering: COL ICO
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ18 Antoninus Pius (COL ICO) from Iconium (Galatia), is a rare example of a Roman coin that was issued during the reign of Antoninus Pius (138-161 AD) and features the emperor's image on one side and the goddess Columbia on the other. It's made of bronze and weighs 3.9 grams. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted in Iconium, which is now modern-day Turkey, and was a significant city in the Roman province of Galatia. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time, and its preservation provides valuable insight into the economic and trade practices of the Roman Empire during the 2nd century AD.
