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Tetradrachm - Trajan ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑΤ Γ; Tarsus
| Billon (.472 silver) | 14.15 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Tarsus (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Billon (.472 silver) |
| Weight | 14.15 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#403522 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tyche of the City, turreted and veiled, seated, right, on rocks, holding palm; at her feet, river god Kydnos swimming, right; in field, right, ΤΑΡ.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑΤ Γ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Trajan, who was known for his extensive military campaigns and public works projects, including the construction of the Appian Way, a 500-mile road that connected Rome to the eastern provinces. Despite his military conquests and public works, Trajan's reign was also marked by financial difficulties, and the debasement of the Roman currency, as seen in the use of billon (a silver-copper alloy) in this coin, rather than pure silver.
