Nicaea Diassarion - Severus Alexander, 222 – 235
ΝΙΚΑΙΕΩΝ; Nicaea, Bithynia
Information
Country
Nicaea
Nicaea
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Diassarion
Year
222 – 235
Ruler
Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander)
(222–235)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5.4
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Diassarion from Nicaea. Issued from 222 to 235. Struck in Bronze. Measures 21 mm and weighs 5.4 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate head of Severus Alexander, right
- Reverse
- Cista mystica with serpent
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (222-235) | — |
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