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Æ29 - Herennia Etruscilla ΤΑΡCΟΥ ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛEΩC; Tarsus
| Copper | 11.4 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Tarsus (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 249-251 |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11.4 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#295209 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Dionysus standing left, head right, holding cantharus over panther and thyrsus
Lettering: ΤΑΡCΟΥ ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛEΩC, Α Μ Κ Γ Β
Interesting fact
The Herennia Etruscilla coin is a rare example of a Roman imperial coin that features a woman's name and title on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) features the image of a goddess. This suggests that Herennia Etruscilla may have been a prominent woman in Roman society during the 3rd century AD, and her association with the goddess on the reverse may indicate her connection to religious or cultural practices of the time.