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Dichalkon - Traianus Hemhem crown; Alexandria
| Bronze | 1.0 g | 11.6 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 112-114 |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 11.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#321775 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Hemhem crown, dividing mint letter on left and year on right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: L Iς
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Trajan, who ruled from 98 to 117 AD, on one side, and an image of the Egyptian goddess Isis on the other side. This coin was minted during a time when Egypt was under Roman rule, and it reflects the cultural exchange and blending of Roman and Egyptian traditions that occurred during this period.
