© Cuthwellis
© Cuthwellis
Drachm - Trajan
| Silver | 3.01 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Caesarea (Galatia-Cappadocia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 114-116 |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.01 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#191251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Female bust (Artemis ?) left in chiton, holding spear in right hand and patera in left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑΤΟ Ϛ
Edge
Plain
Comment
Met# 329Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Caesarea (Galatia-Cappadocia) bearing the image of Trajan (114-116 AD) is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted in a region that was once a major center of trade and commerce in the ancient world.
