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© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
Æ24 - Volusianus ΙCΙΝΔEΩΝ ΑΡΧ Μ; Isinda
| Bronze | 7.5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Isinda (Lycia et Pamphylia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#307308 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tyche standing left, kalathos on head, wearing chiton and peplos, holding rudder with right hand and cornucopia with left hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΙCΙΝΔEΩΝ
ΑΡΧ Μ
Translation:
[of] Isinda.
Archon M.
Comment
Countermarked types are known:
Credits: Savoca Numismatik.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Volusianus, who was a Roman usurper who briefly ruled over the provinces of Lycia and Pamphylia in 251-253 AD. This coin was minted during his reign and features his name and title in the Greek language, highlighting the multicultural nature of the Roman Empire at the time.