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Æ22 - Traianus ΤΑΒΗΝΩΝ; Tabae
| Bronze | 8.3 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Tabae (Conventus of Alabanda) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#299894 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Demeter standing facing, clad in long chiton, wearing kalathos, holding a bunch of grapes and two ears of corn in her right hand, left resting on sceptre.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΤΑΒΗΝΩΝ
Translation: "Tabae".
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ22 - Traianus (ΤΑΒΗΝΩΝ; Tabae) (98-117) from Tabae (Conventus of Alabanda) made of Bronze weighing 8.3 g, is a rare example of a Roman coin that features a provincial portrait of the emperor Trajan. The coin was minted in the Roman province of Asia, specifically in the city of Tabae (now modern-day Tavas in Turkey), and it showcases a unique design that is not found on other coins of the same era. The portrait of Trajan on the coin is surrounded by an inscription that reads "ΤΑΒΗΝΩΝ ΚΑΙ ΣΥΝΚΛΗΤΟΣ ΑΛΑΒΑΝΔΗΣ," which translates to "of Tabae and the Synklētos of Alabanda." This inscription highlights the coin's provenance and the fact that it was minted in a specific region of the Roman Empire. Overall, this coin is not only a valuable piece of history but also a fascinating example of the diversity and complexity of Roman coinage during the reign of Trajan.