Marcianopolis Assarion - Diadumenianus, 217 – 218
MAΡKIANOΠOΛEITΩN; three stars; Markianopolis
Information
Country
Marcianopolis
Marcianopolis
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Assarion
Year
217 – 218
Ruler
Diadumenian (Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus)
(217–218)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.17
Diameter (mm)
18.5
Thickness (mm)
2.8
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Assarion from Marcianopolis. Issued from 217 to 218. Struck in Copper. Measures 18.5 mm and weighs 4.17 g.
- Obverse
- Bareheaded, draped and cuirassed bust of Diadumenian on the right, seen from three-quarters back (A°2). ("Marcus Opellius Antoninos")
- Reverse
- Crescent surmounted by three eight-pointed stars. ("Marcianopolis")
- Edge
- Gross
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (217-218) | — | Markianopolis |
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