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Semis - Tiberius Alexandria Troas
| Bronze | 3.59 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria Troas (Conventus of Adramyteum) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 14-37 |
| Value | Semis (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.59 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#39941 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Two priests are working with an ox
Edge
Plain
Comment
An example:
https://rpc.ashmus.ox.ac.uk/coins/1/1657
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tiberius, who was the second Roman Emperor, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Demeter on the other. This coin was minted during Tiberius' reign, which lasted from 14 AD to 37 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 3.59 grams suggests that it was a relatively small and lightweight coin, which would have been easily accessible to the average person in ancient Rome.