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Tridrachm - Hadrian ΤΑΡϹΕΩΝ ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛΕΩϹ; Tarsus
| Silver | 8.41 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Tarsus (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 117-138 |
| Value | Tridrachm (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.41 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#403511 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sandan, wearing tall headdress and long cloak, standing, right, on horned lion; he wears on his left side bow-case and sword crossing the bow-case; his right hand is raised and he holds double axe and wreath in left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΤΑΡϹΕΩΝ ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛΕΩϹ
Interesting fact
The Tridrachm - Hadrian coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD) and features an image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Tyche on the other. The coin was used in the city of Tarsus, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the Roman Empire. The coin's design and minting process were overseen by the Roman prefect of the province of Cilicia, which was responsible for producing coins for the region. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not worth a significant amount of money, with its value being equivalent to about 1/4 of a Roman denarius, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. Today, the Tridrachm - Hadrian coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
