Æ27 - Trajan (ΕΡΥΘΡΑΙΩΝ ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΑ, ΠΡΕΙ-ΜΟΥ) (98-117) front Æ27 - Trajan (ΕΡΥΘΡΑΙΩΝ ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΑ, ΠΡΕΙ-ΜΟΥ) (98-117) back
Æ27 - Trajan (ΕΡΥΘΡΑΙΩΝ ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΑ, ΠΡΕΙ-ΜΟΥ) (98-117) photo
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Æ27 - Trajan ΕΡΥΘΡΑΙΩΝ ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΑ, ΠΡΕΙ-ΜΟΥ

 
Bronze 12.32 g 26.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Erythrae (Conventus of Smyrna)
Emperor
Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
98-117
Composition
Bronze
Weight
12.32 g
Diameter
26.9 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#413720
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Archaic cult statue of Heracles, standing facing, looking to right, brandishing club over head in right hand and holding ? in left.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΕΡΥΘΡΑΙΩΝ ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΑ, ΠΡΕΙ-ΜΟΥ

Comment

Magistrate of Primus (strategos).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Trajan, who was known for his extensive military campaigns and his efforts to expand the Roman Empire. The coin's design includes a portrait of Trajan on one side and an image of the goddess Eirene (Irene) on the other, symbolizing peace and prosperity under Roman rule.