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Triassaria - Tranquillina ΜΑΡΚΙΑΝΟΠΟΛEΙΤΩΝ Γ
| Bronze | 7.7 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Tranquillina (Furia Sabina Tranquillina) (241-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-244 |
| Value | Triassarion (0.3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.7 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#295277 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Artemis advancing right, drawing arrow from quiver and holding bow, hound at feet.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΜΑΡΚΙΑΝΟΠΟΛEΙΤΩΝ
Γ
Translation:
"Marcianaopolis".
"3" (Triassaria).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman empress Tranquillina, who was known for her beauty and her influence on her husband, Emperor Gordian III. She played a significant role in the political and military affairs of the Roman Empire during her husband's reign, and her image on this coin reflects her importance and influence at the time.
