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Æ23 - Claudius ΠΑΤΗΡ ΠΑΤΡΙΔΟΣ ΓΕΡΜΑΝΙΚΟΣ ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑΤΩΡ; Koinon of Lycia
Bronze | 7.41 g | 23 mm |
Issuer | Koinon of Lycia (Lycia et Pamphylia) |
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Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 41-54 |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 7.41 g |
Diameter | 23 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#397567 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Apollo Patroös standing facing, head left, with branch and bow
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠΑΤΗΡ ΠΑΤΡΙΔΟΣ ΓΕΡΜΑΝΙΚΟΣ ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑΤΩΡ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Claudius, who ruled from 41 to 54 AD, on one side, and an inscription in Greek on the other side, which translates to "Father of the Fatherland, Germanic, Autocrator". This suggests that the coin was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was expanding its territories and influence, and that the Koinon of Lycia, a confederation of cities in ancient Lycia (modern-day Turkey), was under Roman rule. The use of Greek language and imagery on the coin also highlights the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during this period of history.