© SStefanov
© SStefanov
Æ21 - Augustus ΘEΣΣAΛONEIKEΩN; Thessalonica 27 BC - 14 BC
| Bronze | 9.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Thessalonica (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 27 BC - 14 BC |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#284784 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Lettering in two lines within wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘΕΣΣΑΛΟΝ(Ε)ΙΚΕΩΝ
Translation: Thessaloniki
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Thessalonia, the patron deity of the city of Thessalonica, on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 BC, and was likely used as a form of currency throughout the Roman Empire.
