Nicaea Diassaria - Maximinus I, 235 – 238
NIKAIEΩN; Nicaea
Information
Country
Nicaea
Nicaea
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Diassarion
Year
235 – 238
Ruler
Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus)
(235–238)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6.2
Diameter (mm)
24
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Diassarion from Nicaea. Issued from 235 to 238. Struck in Bronze. Measures 24 mm and weighs 6.2 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Maximinus I, right, laureate, draped, cuirassed. (Gaius Julius Verus Maximius Augustus)
- Reverse
- Athena (Ares?) standing facing, head left, holding patera in right hand and spear in left hand, a shield at her feet to left. ((Coin) of the Nicaeans.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (235-238) | — | Nicaea, Bithynia |
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