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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Tridrachm - Tiberius ΚΡΗΤΕΣ ΑΞΙ ΣΥΝΚΛΗΤΩ
| Silver | 7.65 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Axos (Cyrenaica and Crete) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 14-37 |
| Value | Tridrachm (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.65 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#417734 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bearded and veiled head of the Senate, right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΡΗΤΕΣ ΑΞΙ ΣΥΝΚΛΗΤΩ
Comment
Magistrate of Cornelius Lupus (proconsul).
Interesting fact
The Tridrachm coin from Axos (Cyrenaica and Crete) featuring Tiberius (14-37 AD) is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features the head of Tiberius, while on the other, it depicts a mythological scene of a nymph riding a sea monster. This coin was used as standard circulation currency in the region and was made of silver, weighing 7.65 grams.