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Follis - Domitius Alexander S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Carthage
| Bronze | 4.55 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Carthage (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Domitius Alexander (308-311) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 308-311 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.55 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#384414 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legionary eagle, standing left, between two vexilla; vexilla to left surmounted by right hand; vexilla to right surmounted by wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI
PK
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Follis - Domitius Alexander coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Carthaginian elements. The obverse of the coin bears the image of Domitius Alexander, who was a Roman usurper who briefly ruled over Carthage in the early 4th century AD. The reverse of the coin features the legend "S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI" (The Senate and People of Rome, to the Best Prince), which is a typical Roman imperial legend. However, the coin also includes the Carthaginian legend "Carthage, the City of the Phoenicians" in the Phoenician language, indicating the cultural influence of the Carthaginians on the Roman Empire. This blending of cultures is a fascinating aspect of the coin's design and highlights the complex historical context in which it was created.
