© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
Tetradrachm - Probus Eagle Head Right; Alexandria
| Silver plated copper | 8.30 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 276-282 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver plated copper |
| Weight | 8.30 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#69791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Eagle standing left with closed wings, head right, with wreath in beak.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering: L
Translation: L : "Alexandria".
Comment
These tedradrachms which had a fixed value equivalent to that of a denarius (thus half an antoninianus), closely followed the devaluation of the denarius since the time of Augustus. Proportionally with the antoniniani, their silver content decreased considerably until becoming insignificant.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an eagle's head on the obverse (front side), which was a common motif in Roman coinage during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD). The eagle was a symbol of power, strength, and authority, and its presence on the coin signified the Roman Empire's dominance and influence over the region. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of silver-plated copper suggests that it was intended for circulation and everyday use, rather than being a commemorative or ceremonial coin.
