Æ24 - Antoninus Pius (ΑΒΩΝΟΤΕΙΧΕΙΤΩΝ) (147-161) front Æ24 - Antoninus Pius (ΑΒΩΝΟΤΕΙΧΕΙΤΩΝ) (147-161) back
Æ24 - Antoninus Pius (ΑΒΩΝΟΤΕΙΧΕΙΤΩΝ) (147-161) photo
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Æ24 - Antoninus Pius ΑΒΩΝΟΤΕΙΧΕΙΤΩΝ

 
Bronze 7.47 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Ionopolis Abonoteichos (Bithynia and Pontus)
Emperor
Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
147-161
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.47 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#414273
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Serpent with human face (Glykon?) coiling, left.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΒΩΝΟΤΕΙΧΕΙΤΩΝ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Tyche standing on the prow of a ship, surrounded by dolphins. This design is not found on many other coins of the same era, making it a notable and valuable addition to any collection.