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Æ19 - Antonius Pius ΦΛΑοΥΙΟ ΕΤ Π
| Bronze | 4.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Flaviopolis (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-161 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#406242 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Veiled, bearded and draped bust (of Zeus or Kronos?), right
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΛΑοΥΙΟ[ ] ΕΤ [ ]Π
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ19 Antonius Pius (ΦΛΑοΥΙΟ ΕΤ Π) from Flaviopolis (Cilicia), is a rare example of a Roman coin that was issued during the reign of Antonius Pius (138-161 AD) and features the image of a Roman emperor on one side and a Greek legend on the other. This coin is particularly interesting because it highlights the cultural exchange and blending that occurred between the Roman Empire and the Greek cities of Asia Minor during this period. The use of both Latin and Greek on the coin also reflects the bilingual nature of the Roman Empire at the time.