Assarion - Diadumenian (MAΡKIANOΠOΛEITΩN; Markianopolis) (217-218) front Assarion - Diadumenian (MAΡKIANOΠOΛEITΩN; Markianopolis) (217-218) back
Assarion - Diadumenian (MAΡKIANOΠOΛEITΩN; Markianopolis) (217-218) photo
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Assarion - Diadumenian MAΡKIANOΠOΛEITΩN; Markianopolis

 
Bronze 2.5 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior)
Emperor
Diadumenian (Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus) (217-218)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
217-218
Value
Assarion (0.1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#149172
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Bunch of grapes

Script: Greek

Lettering: MAΡKIANOΠOΛEITΩN

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of two emperors, Assarion and Diadumenian, on the same coin. This is unusual because it was not common for Roman coins to depict multiple emperors together, especially during the late Roman Empire. The coin's design may have been intended to promote unity and stability during a time of political upheaval.