© Tanner Scott
© Tanner Scott
Æ27 Koinon of Macedonia
| Bronze | 13.76 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Koinon of Macedonia (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.76 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#201749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two prize urns, each with a palm frond, set upon an agonistic table with decorated legs. Another urn beneath table.
Script: Greek
Lettering: KOINON MAKEΔΟΝΩΝ Β ΝΕ
Comment
Semi-autonomous coinage under Severus Alexander.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 a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was exerting its influence over the region and promoting its own cultural and religious icons. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin suggests that it was intended for everyday circulation and use among the general population, rather than being a high-value or commemorative coin.
