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Tetradrachm - Numerianus Eagle; Alexandria
Bronze | 8 g | 19 mm |
Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
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Emperor | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 282-284 |
Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 8 g |
Diameter | 19 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#313382 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Eagle standing left with spread wings, head to right, holding wreath in beak; between two vexilla; year above; sometimes to upper left, a star.
Script: Greek
Lettering: L B
Translation: Year 2
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an eagle on one side and an image of the Roman Emperor Numerianus on the other, signifying the blending of Roman and Greek cultures during the period.