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Octassarion - Gallienus ΛΑΚΕΔΑΙΜΟΝΙωΝ, ΑϹ Η; Sparta
| Bronze | 11.38 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Sparta (Achaea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 253-268 |
| Value | Octassarion (0.8) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.38 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#404421 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Statue of Apollo of Amyklai holding spear in right and bow in left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛΑΚΕΔΑΙΜΟΝΙωΝ, ΑϹ Η
Interesting fact
The Octassarion coin of Gallienus (ΛΑΚΕΔΑΙΜΟΝΙωΝ, ΑϹ Η; Sparta) features an image of the Roman emperor on one side and the Greek goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during a time when Sparta was under Roman rule, and it reflects the blending of Roman and Greek cultures that occurred during this period.