© Rui Moreira
© Rui Moreira
Tetradrachm - Trajan Agathodaemon Serpent, Alexandria
| Billon | 6.08 g | 23.3 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 107-108 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 6.08 g |
| Diameter | 23.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#182229 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Agathodaemon Serpent standing Erect, head Crowned right, holding Caduceus behind with Tail left and Corn Ears right
Script: Greek
Lettering: L IA
Comment
Similar to Milne 655:http://www.wildwinds.com/coins/ric/trajan/milne_655.jpg
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of the Agathodaemon Serpent, which was a symbol of good fortune and prosperity in ancient Egyptian culture.
