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Æ25 - Antoninus Pius ΙΟΥΛΙΕΩΝ ΤΩΝ ΚΑΙ ΛΑΟΔΙΚΕΩΝ ΚΑϹ ϘΡ
| Bronze | 9.44 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Laodicea ad Mare (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-161 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.44 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#435752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of Tyche of Laodicea, left, wearing turreted headdress and bunches of grapes.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ΙΟΥΛΙΕΩΝ ΤΩΝ ΚΑΙ ΛΑΟΔΙΚΕΩΝ ΚΑϹ ϘΡ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Aphrodite standing on the prow of a ship, surrounded by dolphins. This design is not found on many other coins from the same era, making it a notable and valuable addition to any collection.
