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Æ22 - Valerius Valens
| Bronze | 3.99 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Egypt (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Valerius Valens (316-317) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 316-317 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#214502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand, scepter in left; to left, eagle standing right, holding wreath in its beak.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONSER VATORI AVGG
K B
ALE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Æ22 - Valerius Valens (316-317) from Usurpations of Egypt (Roman Imperial usurpations) made of Bronze weighing 3.99 g is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Valerius Valens on one side and an image of the Egyptian goddess Isis on the other. This coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that features an Egyptian deity, highlighting the cultural exchange and blending of religions that occurred during the Roman occupation of Egypt.