Æ21 Horse; Alexandria Troas
| Bronze | 5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria Troas (Conventus of Adramyteum) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-268 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#74811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Horse feeding right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COL AV / TRO
Interesting fact
The Horse coin from Alexandria Troas (Conventus of Adramyteum) was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD), who was known for his love of Greek culture and his efforts to promote it throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's design, featuring a horse on the obverse (front) side and a bust of Hadrian on the reverse (back) side, reflects this cultural exchange and blending of Greek and Roman traditions.
