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As - Marcus Aurelius Hierapolis, Syria
| Copper | 9.18 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Hierapolis Bambyce (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-180 |
| Value | As (1⁄400) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.18 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#122204 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend within laurel wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘEΑC CΥΡΙΑC ΙEΡΟΠΟ
A, Β(?) or Η
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Marcus Aurelius, who was a Roman emperor and philosopher, 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 and Roman mythology, and her presence on the coin may have been intended to bring good luck to the person who used it.