Damascus Æ24 - Hadrianus, 138
ΔΑΜΑCΚΗΝⲰΝ ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛEⲰC; Divus; Damascus
Information
Country
Damascus
Damascus
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ24 - Hadrianus
Year
138
Ruler
Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus)
(117–138)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
12.7
Diameter (mm)
24
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ24 - Hadrianus from Damascus. Issued in 138. Struck in Bronze. Measures 24 mm and weighs 12.7 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate-headed bust of the deified Hadrian wearing cuirass and paludamentum, right (Theos AdrianosGod Hadrian)
- Reverse
- Turreted and draped bust of Tyche (head assimilated to portrait of Hadrian), left; to right, cornucopia (Damascus city)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (138) | — | Damascus |
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