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© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
Æ26 - Maximinus I ΑΓΧΙΑΛΕΩΝ
| Bronze | 9.58 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Anchialus (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235-238 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.58 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#397563 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Demeter seated on basket, left, holding ears of corn and long torch around which serpent is coiled
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΓΧΙΑΛΕΩΝ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Maximinus I, who was a Roman emperor from 235 to 238 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige. The coin's design, which includes the emperor's image and various symbols and inscriptions, provides valuable insight into the cultural and political context of the time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 9.58 grams suggests that it was a widely circulating coin that was used in everyday transactions, providing a glimpse into the economic and monetary systems of the Roman Empire during that period.
