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Æ24 - Lucius Verus ΜΕΓΑΛΟΠΟΛΕ ϹΕΒΑϹΤΙΑϹ ΕΤ ΗϞ
| Bronze | 7.34 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Megalopolis-Sebasteia (Cappadocia) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (147-161) |
| Emperor | Lucius Verus (Lucius Aurelius Verus) (161-169) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-169 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.34 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414308 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated, left, holding uncertain object (eagle?) and long sceptre.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΕΓΑΛΟΠΟΛΕ ϹΕΒΑϹΤΙΑϹ ΕΤ ΗϞ
Comment
Issue
Marcus and Verus, co-emperors.
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Lucius Verus, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 161 to 169 AD. He was known for his military campaigns against the Parthian Empire and his efforts to restore peace and prosperity to the Roman Empire after a period of civil war. The coin's design and inscription reflect the cultural and political influences of the time, and it is a valuable artifact for historians and collectors interested in ancient Roman history.