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Tetradrachm - Traianus Decius Eagle; Antioch
| Billon | 9.65 g | 26.8 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria Coele) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 249-251 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 9.65 g |
| Diameter | 26.8 mm |
| Thickness | 2.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#165305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Eagel standing left on palm, spread wings, head left, tail right, holding wreath in its beak.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
∆HMAΡX EΞΟΥCΙΑC
S C
Translation: Invested with Tribunician Power by Decree of the Senate.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an eagle on the reverse, which was a common motif in Roman imperial iconography, symbolizing power, strength, and authority. The eagle was also associated with the Roman god Jupiter, who was considered the king of the gods, further emphasizing the coin's connection to the Roman Empire and its ruler, Traianus Decius.
