Metropolis Æ 30 - Maximus, 236 – 238
ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛEΙΤΩΝ ΤΩΝ EΝ ΙΩΝΙΑ; Metropolis, Ionia
Information
Country
Metropolis
Metropolis
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ 30 - Maximus
Year
236 – 238
Ruler
Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus)
(235–238)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
9.8
Diameter (mm)
30
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ 30 - Maximus from Metropolis. Issued from 236 to 238. Struck in Bronze. Measures 30 mm and weighs 9.8 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Maximus to right, seen from rear. ((Γάιος Ιούλιος Ουηρός Μάξιμος Καίσαρ)."Gaius Julius Verus Maximus Caesar".)
- Reverse
- Tyche of the City standing facing turreted, looking left, holding cornucopia and small statue of Ares holding spear and resting on shield. ("Metropolis of Ionia".)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (236-238) | — |
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