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Æ36 - Vespasian ΜΑΡΚΟΣ ΠΛΑΝΚΙΟΣ ΟΥΑΡΟΣ ΑΝΘΥΠΑΤΟΣ
| Bronze | 20.76 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Prusias ad Hypium (Bithynia and Pontus) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 69-79 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 20.76 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414274 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
In four lines in wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΑΡΚΟΣ ΠΛΑΝΚΙΟΣ ΟΥΑΡΟΣ ΑΝΘΥΠΑΤΟΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and an image of the goddess Tyche on the other side. Tyche was the goddess of fortune and prosperity in ancient Greek mythology, and her presence on the coin may suggest that the people of Prusias ad Hypium placed great importance on the idea of good fortune and prosperity. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of bronze, a relatively inexpensive material, suggests that it may have been widely used in everyday transactions, making it a common sight in the marketplaces and shops of the time.