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Dichalkon - Livia Alexandria
| Bronze | 2.22 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Livia (Livia Drusilla) (27 BC - 29 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 17-18 |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.22 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#57200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two grain ears flanked by two poppy heads,ligate or in modius
L—Δ across fields.
Lettering: L Δ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dichalkon - Livia (Alexandria) coin is that it features a unique blend of Egyptian and Roman elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts the bust of Livia, the Roman empress, while the reverse side features an image of the Egyptian goddess Isis. This fusion of cultures reflects the complex history of Egypt during the Roman period, where the two civilizations coexisted and influenced each other.
