© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Hemiassarion - Augustus ΤΗΙΩΝ 27 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 5.38 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Teos (Conventus of Smyrna) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 27 BC - 14 AD |
| Value | Hemiassarion (0.05) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.38 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#413712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dionysus standing, left, with cantharus and filleted thyrsus.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΤΗΙΩΝ
Comment
This interesing issue shows that Teos hailed Augustus as its (re-)founder (ΚΤΙΣΤΗΣ). Unfortunately, we do not know on what occasion the Teians bestowed this great honor upon the first emperor, but it is worth noting that a Teian inscription also records the constitution of penteteric Dionysiaka Kaisarea, games held every five years in honor of Dionysos and Augustus (CIG II 3082).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and the Greek goddess Demeter on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, and it highlights the blending of Roman and Greek cultures that occurred during this time period.