Alexandria Obol - Galba, 68 – 69
Canopic jar; Alexandria
Information
Country
Alexandria
Alexandria
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Obol
Year
68 – 69
Ruler
Galba (Servius Sulpicius Galba)
(68–69)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.6
Diameter (mm)
20.3
Thickness (mm)
1.85
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Obol from Alexandria. Issued from 68 to 69. Struck in Bronze. Measures 20.3 mm and weighs 2.6 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Galba right, laureate. (Servius Galba emperor caesar august)
- Reverse
- Canopic jar to right, mint letter and year on right.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (68-69) L | — | B (Year 2) |
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