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Siliqua - Ousanas
| Silver | 2 g | - |
| Issuer | Aksum |
|---|---|
| King | Ousanas (circa 315-325) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 315-325 |
| Value | 1 Siliqua (1⁄24) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#311643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Bust of Ousanas to right, wearing headcloth, draped; disc on crescent above.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑξWΜΙΤWΝ
ΒΙCΙ ΓΙCεΝε
Translation: Of the Aksumites of Gisene.
Comment
The title Bisi, translated as "Man of" would refer to membership of a clan or to some form of military title.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Siliqua - Ousanas (315-325) from Aksum made of Silver weighing 2 g is that it features an image of the king Ousanas on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the conversion of the Aksumite Empire to Christianity during his reign.
