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Æ26 - Trajan ΘΕΑϹ ϹΥΡΙΑϹ ΙΕΡΟΠΟΛΙ Β
| Bronze | 14 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Hierapolis Bambyce (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#373237 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription in three lines within laurel wreath. Rosette above.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘΕΑC CΥΡΙΑ
C ΙΕΡΟΠΟΛ
B
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Trajan, who ruled from 98 to 117 AD, on one side, and the goddess Tyche (Fortuna in Roman mythology) on the other. Tyche was the patron deity of Hierapolis Bambyce, the city where the coin was minted, and her image on the coin symbolizes the city's allegiance to the Roman Empire.
