© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - Hadrian Athribite Nome; ΑΘΡΙΒ, L ΙΑ
| Bronze | 5.53 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 126-127 |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.53 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#413535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Chuit-Hathor standing, left, holding hawk, wearing pschent, left, in right hand, left arm lowered
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΘΡΙΒ
LIA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his love of Greek culture and his efforts to promote it throughout the empire. The coin's design, which includes a portrait of Hadrian and various Greek symbols, reflects this cultural exchange and blending that occurred during his reign.
