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Didrachm - Trajan ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑΤΟ Ϛ
| Silver | 6.23 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Caesarea (Galatia-Cappadocia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 114-116 |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.23 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#422891 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Mount Argaeus with grotto at bottom containing cult stone, flanked by two pyramidal objects. At top, second grotto, sometimes with the appearance of a flame. Trees on slope of mountain.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑΤΟ Ϛ
Interesting fact
The Didrachm coin , which was issued during the reign of Trajan (114-116 AD), features an image of the Roman emperor on one side and a depiction of the goddess Tyche on the other. Tyche was the patron deity of the city of Caesarea, where the coin was minted, and her image on the coin serves as a symbol of the city's prosperity and good fortune.
