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Æ30 - Severus Alexander ΚΟΙ ΠΟ ΝΕΟΚ ΜΗΤΡΟ ΔΙϹ ΝΕΩΚΟΡ ΕΤ ΡΞΓ; Neocaesarea
| Bronze | 15.36 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Neocaesarea (Cappadocia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 226-227 |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 15.36 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#402741 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Front view of a two-storey nymphaeum, holding a statue of Tyche standing, left, holding rudder and cornucopia.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΟΙ ΠΟ ΝΕΟΚ ΜΗΤΡΟ ΔΙϹ ΝΕΩΚΟΡ ΕΤ ΡΞΓ
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ30 - Severus Alexander (ΚΟΙ ΠΟ ΝΕΟΚ ΜΗΤΡΟ ΔΙϹ ΝΕΩΚΟΡ ΕΤ ΡΞΓ; Neocaesarea) (226-227) from Neocaesarea (Cappadocia) made of Bronze weighing 15.36 g, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is considered a significant artifact from the Roman Empire, and its value lies not only in its monetary worth but also in its historical and cultural significance. The coin's design and inscriptions provide valuable insights into the political and economic climate of the Roman Empire during the reign of Severus Alexander, making it a fascinating piece for historians and numismatists alike.