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Tetradrachm - Diocletianus Serapis
| Copper | 7.73 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 288-289 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.73 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#72647 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Alexandria turreted, standing left; the right hand holds a bust of Sarapis wearing a modius, and holding a long scepter in the left hand
Script: Greek
Lettering: L E
Edge
Rough
Comment
References :Milne# 4904
Cologne# 3243
Dattari# 5624
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Diocletianus (also known as Serapis) on one side, and an image of the Egyptian goddess Isis on the other. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was trying to promote unity and stability throughout its territories, and the use of both Roman and Egyptian imagery reflects the cultural exchange and blending that was taking place during this period.
