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Æ26 - Antonius Pius ΝΕοΚΛΑΥΔΙοΠοΛΕΙΤΩΝ ΕΤ ΡΞΑ
| Bronze | 12.10 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Neoclaudiopolis (Galatia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 155-156 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.10 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#418367 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena standing, left, holding patera over lighted altar and spear; (leaning against her, shield).
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΝΕοΚΛΑΥΔΙοΠοΛΕΙΤΩΝ ΕΤ ΡΞΑ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Antonius Pius, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 138 to 161 AD. He was known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, and his coinage reflects this, with images of him and various gods and goddesses. The coin , which was minted in Neoclaudiopolis (modern-day Turkey), shows Antonius Pius wearing a radiate crown and holding a scepter, symbolizing his power and authority as emperor.