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Dupondius - Maximinus I OVΛΠIANΩN AΓXIAΛEΩN
| Bronze | 13.16 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Anchialus (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235-238 |
| Value | Dupondius (⅛) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.16 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#243302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre with left hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering: OVΛΠIANΩN AΓXIAΛEΩN
Unabridged legend: Ulpianon Anchialeon
Translation: of the city of Anchialus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first known use of the Greek word "Agathos" (meaning "good" or "fortunate") on a Roman coin, which was a departure from the traditional Latin phrases used on previous coins. This suggests that the emperor Maximinus I, who ruled from 235 to 238 AD, may have been trying to appeal to the Greek-speaking population of the Roman Empire.