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Drachm - Antoninus Pius Nilus
| Bronze | 27 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 157-158 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#373794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
God Nilus seated on rocks, looking right, holding reed in right hand and cornucopia in left hand. Genius holding wreath emerging from cornucopia. Crocodile facing right, climbing rocks below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: L KA
Comment
Reference: D 2879 corr. (DS), DS 8752, DS Suppl pl 19, 138, Geissen 1622, M 1998Interesting fact
The Drachm coin , which features Antoninus Pius (also known as Nilus) and was minted in Alexandria, Egypt, is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features the image of a river god, believed to be the Nile River, which was an important symbol of fertility and prosperity in ancient Egypt. On the other side, it features the image of Antoninus Pius, who was the Roman Emperor at the time the coin was minted. This coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that incorporates both Roman and Egyptian imagery, reflecting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Roman occupation of Egypt.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (157-158) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Drachm - Antoninus Pius (Nilus) (157-158) coin.
