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Tetradrachm - Diocletianus Tyche standing ETOVC; star over Gamma; Alexandria
| Billon | 8 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 286-287 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#82995 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Tyche standing left holding rudder and cornucopiae, star above minting year (Greek gamma letter)
Lettering:
ETOVC
Γ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tyche, the Greek goddess of fortune and prosperity, standing on the prow of a ship. This symbolizes the importance of trade and commerce in the Roman Empire during the reign of Diocletianus.
