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Diassaria - Thessalonica
| Bronze | 2.45 g | 18.1 mm |
| Issuer | Thessalonica (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100-300 |
| Value | Diassarion (⅕) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.45 g |
| Diameter | 18.1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#92467 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Legend in four lines in laurel wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘΕC
CΑΛΟ
ΝΙΚΕ
ΩΝ
Translation:
"Thessalonikeon"
(From Thessalonica)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Diassaria - Thessalonica coin was used during a time of great cultural and economic change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design features a depiction of the goddess Diana on one side and the image of a Roman emperor on the other. This coin was used for everyday transactions and was an important part of the local economy in Thessalonica, a major city in the Roman province of Macedonia. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Diassaria - Thessalonica coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the daily life and commerce of ancient Rome.
