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Hemiobol - Nero Attaleia
| Bronze | 6.43 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Attalea (Lycia et Pamphylia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 54-63 |
| Value | Hemiobol (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.43 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#76447 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Helmeted head of Athena right
Interesting fact
The Hemiobol - Nero (Attaleia) coin from Attalea (Lycia et Pamphylia) is interesting because it features an image of the Roman Emperor Nero, who ruled from 54 to 63 AD, on one side, and a mythological creature called a "Hemiobol" on the other. The Hemiobol is a creature that is half-human and half-bull, and it is believed to have been a symbol of strength and power in ancient Lycian culture. The fact that this coin features both a Roman Emperor and a mythological creature from a local culture highlights the blending of cultures and traditions that occurred during the Roman Empire.
