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© British Museum
Obol - Claudius ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑ, LΒ
| Bronze | 4.90 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 41-42 |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.90 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#413426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Six ears of corn
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑ
LB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Claudius, who ruled from 41 to 54 AD, on one side, and the Greek goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during a time when Egypt was under Roman rule, and it reflects the blending of Roman and Greek cultures that occurred during this period.
