Æ24 - Silandus (CΙΛΑΝΔEΩΝ EΠΙ ΔΗΜΟΦΙΛΟΥ CΤΡΑΤ ΤΟ Β) (81-96) front Æ24 - Silandus (CΙΛΑΝΔEΩΝ EΠΙ ΔΗΜΟΦΙΛΟΥ CΤΡΑΤ ΤΟ Β) (81-96) back
Æ24 - Silandus (CΙΛΑΝΔEΩΝ EΠΙ ΔΗΜΟΦΙΛΟΥ CΤΡΑΤ ΤΟ Β) (81-96) photo
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Æ24 - Silandus CΙΛΑΝΔEΩΝ EΠΙ ΔΗΜΟΦΙΛΟΥ CΤΡΑΤ ΤΟ Β

 
Orichalcum 6.9 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Silandus (Conventus of Sardis)
Emperor
Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
81-96
Composition
Orichalcum
Weight
6.9 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#299899
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Zeus standing, left, holding eagle.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
CΙΛΑΝΔEΩΝ EΠΙ ΔΗΜΟΦΙΛΟΥ CΤΡΑΤ
ΤΟ Β

Translation: "(Magistrate) Demophilos from Silandus".

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it is made of Orichalcum, a rare and valuable metal that was highly prized in ancient times for its durability and beauty. Orichalcum was often used to mint coins for important events or to commemorate significant individuals, making this coin a unique and special piece of history.