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Stater - Tiberius ΠΑΡ ΒΝ
28 yearGold | 7.95 g | 20 mm |
Issuer | Chersonesus (Bosporus) (Northern Black Sea) |
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Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 28 |
Value | Gold Stater (20) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 7.95 g |
Diameter | 20 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#435570 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Maiden standing, left, with bow and arrow
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠΑΡ ΒΝ
Unabridged legend: ΠΑΡ βνʹ
Translation: ΠΑΡ, 52
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Tiberius (14-37 AD), who was the second Roman Emperor and stepson of Augustus. Despite being made of gold, this coin was used as a standard circulation coin, indicating the wealth and prosperity of the Roman Empire during that time.