Assaria - Gallienus (CIΔHTΩN A NEΩKOPΩN; Side) (253-268) front Assaria - Gallienus (CIΔHTΩN A NEΩKOPΩN; Side) (253-268) back
Assaria - Gallienus (CIΔHTΩN A NEΩKOPΩN; Side) (253-268) photo
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Assaria - Gallienus CIΔHTΩN A NEΩKOPΩN; Side

 
Bronze - 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Side (Lycia et Pamphylia)
Emperor
Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
253-268
Value
1 Assaria (1⁄1600)
Composition
Bronze
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#220128
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Three galleys with oarsman

Lettering:
CIΔHTΩN A NEΩKOPΩN
NAYAPX/IC

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of the Roman emperor Gallienus (253-268 AD) on the obverse, while the reverse side bears the image of a mythical creature, the Pegasus, which symbolizes wisdom and inspiration.