© Tanner Scott
© Tanner Scott
Tetradrachm - Numerianus Alexandria
284 year| Potin | 7.36 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 284 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Potin |
| Weight | 7.36 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 3.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#201433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Eagle standing left, head right with wreath in its beak.
Lettering: ΛEΓ B TΡAI - LΓ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm - Numerianus (Alexandria) (284) coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Egyptian cultural influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Roman Emperor Numerianus, while the reverse side features an image of the Egyptian goddess Isis, highlighting the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Roman occupation of Egypt.
