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Tetradrachm - Domitian
| Silver | 14.5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Tarsus (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 81-96 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#380576 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Goddess Tyche of Tarsus seated right, wearing mural crown, holding palm branch in right hand. River god Kydnos below, wearing wreath of water plants.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛΕΩΣ
ΤΑΡ
Unabridged legend: Μητροπόλεως Ταρσός.
Translation: City of Tarsus.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Tarsus (Cilicia) minted during the reign of Domitian (81-96 AD) features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of the Roman goddess Roma or a mythological figure, this coin bears an image of a seated Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and war. This suggests that the city of Tarsus, although under Roman rule, still maintained a strong cultural connection to its Greek heritage.
