Obol - Domitianus Alexandria
| Bronze | 2.05 g | 19.2 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 91-92 |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.05 g |
| Diameter | 19.2 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#297755 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ureaus wearing headdress of Isis, facing right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: LΙΑ
Comment
Corresponds to Dattari# 627.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Obol - Domitianus (Alexandria) (91-92) from Alexandria (Egypt) made of Bronze weighing 2.05g is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Domitianus on one side and an image of the goddess Isis on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of Domitianus, who ruled Egypt from 91 to 92 AD, and it was used as a form of currency in everyday transactions. The fact that it features both a Roman emperor and an Egyptian goddess highlights the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Roman occupation of Egypt.
