© Aquistapace
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Æ23 - Antoninus Pius ΘEΑC CΥΡΙΑC ΙEΡΟΠΟ Β
| Bronze | 9.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Hierapolis Bambyce (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-161 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#294049 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
In laurel wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘEΑC CΥΡΙ
ΑC ΙEΡΟΠ(Ο)
Βgre
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of Antoninus Pius with a beard, which was not a common depiction of him on coins.
