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Tridrachm - Trajan Petra
| Silver | 10.36 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Petra (Arabia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 112-114 |
| Value | Tridrachm (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.36 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#384082 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aquila between two signa; wreath on left signum and hand on right signum.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑΤΟ Ϛ
Interesting fact
The Tridrachm - Trajan (Petra) (112-114) coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient city of Petra, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the Arabian Peninsula during the Roman Empire. The coin features an image of the Roman Emperor Trajan on one side and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not used as widely as other forms of currency, such as the Roman denarius, and its use was largely limited to the city of Petra and its surrounding regions. Today, the Tridrachm - Trajan (Petra) (112-114) coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
