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Tetradrachm - Probus Victory Right; Alexandria
| Silver plated copper | 7.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 278-280 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#300235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Victory advancing right, holding wreath and palm.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering: L Δ
Translation:
L : "Alexandria".
Δ : Year "4".
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Probus (276-282 AD) on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the Roman Empire's victory over the Egyptian kingdom.
