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Æ19 - Trajan ΑϹΚ; Ascalon
| Bronze | 6.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Ascalon (Judaea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 112-113 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#400553 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
War-god Phanebal, standing left, holding harpa (?) in right hand and small round shield and long palm branch in left hand; ϚIC
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑϹΚ
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Emperor Trajan on the obverse (front) side, while the reverse (back) side depicts a standing figure of the goddess Tyche, holding a shield and a cornucopia. This imagery suggests that the coin was minted during a time of prosperity and abundance under Trajan's rule.
