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© Nomos AG
Æ27 Koinon of Macedonia
| Bronze | 10.82 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Koinon of Macedonia (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.82 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#200886 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Athena seated left, holding helmet in outstretched right hand, resting left arm on shield behind.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
KOINON MAKEΔONΩN B
NƐΩKO
Comment
Semi-autonomous coinage under Gordian III.Reverse is identical to AMNG 360, however this type has a helmeted bust instead of a diademed bust.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Roman emperor, likely Emperor Trajan, on one side, and the goddess Athena on the other. This suggests that the coin was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was exerting its influence over the region and promoting its own culture and deities. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin indicates that it was intended for everyday circulation and transactions, rather than being a high-value or commemorative coin.
