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Æ22 - Trajan ΝΕΙΚΗϹ ΤΟ Δ ΒΥΖΑΝΤΙΩΝ; Byzantion
| Bronze | 7 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantium (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#284856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Bunch of grapes
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΝΕΙΚΗϹ ΤΟ Δ ΒΥΖΑΝΤΙΩΝgre
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Trajan, who ruled from 98 to 117 AD, on one side, and the Greek inscription "ΝΕΙΚΗϹ ΤΟ Δ ΒΥΖΑΝΤΙΩΝ" (Neikēs to D Byzantion) meaning "Victory of the Byzantines" on the other. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was exerting its influence over the Byzantine Empire, and that the Byzantines were celebrating their victory over their Roman rulers.