Tetradrachm - Probus (Victory Left; Alexandria) (277-278) front Tetradrachm - Probus (Victory Left; Alexandria) (277-278) back
Tetradrachm - Probus (Victory Left; Alexandria) (277-278) photo
© Paul-Francis Jacquier

Tetradrachm - Probus Victory Left; Alexandria

 
Silver plated copper 7.5 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Alexandria (Egypt)
Emperor
Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
277-278
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver plated copper
Weight
7.5 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#300236
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Victory advancing left, holding wreath.

Scripts: Greek, Latin

Lettering: L Γ

Translation:
L : "Alexandria".
Γ : Year "3".

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Egyptian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts the Roman emperor Probus with a laurel wreath, while the reverse (back) side features the goddess Victory holding a palm branch and a trophy, symbolizing the Roman Empire's victory over Egypt. This blending of cultural motifs reflects the complex history of Egypt during the Roman period, when the country was under Roman rule but still maintained many of its traditional beliefs and practices.