Dichalkon - Hadrianus Alexandria
| Bronze | 0.52 g | 11.5 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 124-125 |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.52 g |
| Diameter | 11.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.43 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#299482 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cornucopia with lettering to left and right.
Lettering: LE N
Comment
This coin seems to correspond most closely to RPC III #5549, which is often equated to Dattari #1913. However, Dattari #1913 matches this coin exactly whereas there appears to be substantial variation in the RPC III #5549 category in terms of the orientation of the cornucopia and the splitting of the letters on the reverse, as well as the exact lettering.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who ruled from 117 to 138 AD, on one side, and the Greek goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during Hadrian's visit to Egypt in 124-125 AD, and it highlights the blending of Roman and Greek cultures that occurred during this period.
