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Tridrachm - Trajan Bostra
| Silver | 10.01 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Bostra (Arabia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 112-114 |
| Value | Tridrachm (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.01 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#384059 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Distyle temple with four steps, Corinthian columns, decorated with acroteria, eagle standing facing with wings spread in pediment, and cult statue of Artemis of Perge inside.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑΤΟ Ϛ
Interesting fact
The Tridrachm - Trajan (Bostra) (112-114) coin features an image of the Roman Emperor Trajan on one side and a depiction of the goddess Tyche on the other. Tyche was the goddess of fortune and prosperity in ancient Greek mythology, and her presence on the coin may have been intended to symbolize the prosperity and good fortune that the Roman Empire brought to the city of Bostra.
