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Æ31 - Philip I ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΑ ΑΥΡ ΓΑΜΙΚΟΥ Β ΕΡΕϹΙΩ
| Bronze | 19.00 g | 32.1 mm |
| Issuer | Eresus (Conventus of Adramyteum) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.00 g |
| Diameter | 32.1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#402738 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena standing left, holding Nike and spear; at feet, shield.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΑ ΑΥΡ ΓΑΜΙΚΟΥ Β ΕΡΕϹΙΩ
Comment
Magistrate of Aurelius Gamikos II (strategos)
Interesting fact
The coin , a Standard circulation coin Æ31 - Philip I (ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΑ ΑΥΡ ΓΑΜΙΚΟΥ Β ΕΡΕϹΙΩ) (244-249) from Eresus (Conventus of Adramyteum) made of Bronze weighing 19.00 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.