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Tetradrachm - Hadrianus ЄT-ENAT; Alexandria
124 year| Billon | 5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 124 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#235992 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Athene standing
Script: Greek
Lettering: ЄT-ENAT
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Hadrianus (ЄT-ENAT; Alexandria) (124) coin from Alexandria (Egypt) made of Billon weighing 5g features an image of the Roman Emperor Hadrian on one side and the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during Hadrian's reign (117-138 AD) and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman Empire. The fact that it features both a Roman emperor and a Greek goddess highlights the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Roman Empire's expansion into Egypt.
