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Æ24 - Hadrianus ΤΥΑΝΕΩΝ ΤΗC ΙΕΡΑC ΑCΥΛΟΥ ΑΥΤΟΝΟΜΟΥ; Tyana
| Bronze | 8.8 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Tyana (Cappadocia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 117-118 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.8 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#291916 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Tyche seated left, holding ears of corn and bunch of grapes in her right hand; below, river god left; in field, left and right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΤΥΑΝΕΩΝ ΤΗC ΙΕΡΑC ΑCΥΛΟΥ ΑΥΤΟΝΟΜΟΥ
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who ruled from 117 to 138 AD. Hadrian was known for his extensive travels throughout the Roman Empire, and he visited Tyana during his reign. The coin's inscription, "ΤΥΑΝΕΩΝ ΤΗC ΙΕΡΑC ΑCΥΛΟΥ ΑΥΤΟΝΟΜΟΥ," translates to "Of the Tyaneans, sacred, autonomous," indicating that Tyana was a city with a special status and religious significance during that time.
