Alexandria Troas Æ25, 253 – 268
Marsyas; Alexandreia Troas
Information
Country
Alexandria Troas
Alexandria Troas
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ25
Year
253 – 268
Ruler
Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus)
(253–268)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6.31
Diameter (mm)
25
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ25 from Alexandria Troas. Issued from 253 to 268. Struck in Bronze. Measures 25 mm and weighs 6.31 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Tyche, right, turreted and draped; vexillum inscribed CO-AV behind head. (Colonia Alexandria Troada.Colony of Alexandria Troas.)
- Reverse
- Marsyas standing right on pedestal, wineskin over his shoulder, right hand raised. (Colonia Augusta Troada.Colony Augusta of Troas.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (253-268) | — |
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