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Æ22 - Traianus ΗΡΑΚΛΕΩΤΩΝ
| Bronze | 4.3 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Heraclea Salbace (Conventus of Alabanda) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#299901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Heracles naked walking left, his right arm extended, holding club and lion’s skin in left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΗΡΑΚΛΕΩΤΩΝ
Translation: "Heraclea"
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ22 - Traianus (ΗΡΑΚΛΕΩΤΩΝ) (98-117) from Heraclea Salbace (Conventus of Alabanda), is a rare example of a Roman coin that features a mythological creature - the Griffin - on its reverse side. The Griffin was a symbol of protection and guardianship in ancient Greek and Roman mythology, and its presence on the coin may indicate that the coin was minted to commemorate a military victory or to promote the idea of imperial power and protection.