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Tetrassarion - Julia Domna TYPANΩN; Tyra
Copper | 8 g | 24 mm |
Issuer | Roman provinces (Rome) |
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Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 202-204 |
Value | Tetrassarion (0.4) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Copper |
Weight | 8 g |
Diameter | 24 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#340787 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Kybele seated left, holding patera in her right hand and leaning left on tympanum; to right, Δ (mark of value)
Script: Greek
Lettering: TYPANΩN
Translation: Tyra
Comment
Zograph, 1957: 77; Anokhin,1989: 517; Anokhin,2011: 102Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetrassarion coin featuring Julia Domna is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who implemented a number of reforms aimed at stabilizing the empire's economy and military. Despite these efforts, the empire continued to face challenges, including civil wars, corruption, and external threats. The Tetrassarion coin, which was widely used throughout the empire, serves as a tangible reminder of this tumultuous period in Roman history.