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Æ18 - Hadrian ΘΑϹΙΩΝ
| Bronze | 4.42 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Thasos (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 117-138 |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.42 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#418389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Heracles Sôter naked standing left, resting on club with his right hand, holding lion skin on his left arm.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘΑϹΙΩΝ
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his love of Greek culture and his efforts to promote it throughout the Roman Empire. In fact, Hadrian was responsible for the construction of many public buildings and structures in Thasos, including the temple of Zeus Olympius, which was built during his reign. The coin's design, which includes an image of Hadrian and the inscription "ΘΑΣΙΩΝ ΑΥΤΟΝΟΜΟΥ" (meaning "of Thasos, autonomous"), reflects the island's cultural and political ties to Rome during this period.