© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
Tetradrachm - Probus Dikaiosyne; Alexandria
| Silver plated copper | 7.7 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 276-277 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver plated copper |
| Weight | 7.7 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#300233 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Dikaiosyne standing left, holding scales and cornucopia.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering: L B
Translation:
L : "Alexandria".
B : Year "2"
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Probus (Dikaiosyne; Alexandria) coin from Alexandria (Egypt) features an image of the Roman emperor Probus on one side and the goddess Dikaiosyne (Iustitia) on the other. This coin was minted during Probus' reign from 276 to 277 AD and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman Empire. Despite being made of silver-plated copper, the coin still holds significant historical value and is highly sought after by collectors today.
