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© Alema66
Æ27 - Antoninus Pius Antioch
| Bronze | 11 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-161 |
| Value | As (1⁄400) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#73845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Legend in laurel wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
S C
Α, Β, Γ, Δ, Ɛ, Ϛ, Ζ, Η, Θ, Ι, ΙΑ, ΙΒ, Ν (rotated Ζ?) or Υ
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique reverse design that showcases the city of Antioch on the Orontes, which was an important center of trade and culture in the Roman Empire. The reverse depicts a stylized representation of the city, with its famous river and several buildings, including the Temple of Jupiter Capitolinus, which was one of the largest temples in the empire. This design is quite rare and valuable among collectors, making the coin a highly sought-after piece of numismatic history.
