© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Tetradrachm - Probus Eirene; Alexandria
| Silver plated copper | 8.7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 277-279 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver plated copper |
| Weight | 8.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#300213 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eirene standing left, holding sceptre and branch.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering: L Γ
Translation:
L : "Alexandria".
Γ : "Year "3".
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Eirene (Irene), the goddess of peace, on the reverse side, which was a rare depiction on coins during the Roman Empire. This suggests that the coin may have been issued to commemorate a significant event or peace treaty during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD).
