Alexandria Tetradrachm - Aurelian, 273 – 274

Star on reverse

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Alexandria Alexandria
Currency Drachm
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Tetradrachm
Year 273 – 274
Ruler Aurelian (Lucius Domitius Aurelianus) (270–275)
Composition Billon
Shape Round (irregular)
Alignment Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 8.5
Diameter (mm) 23
Demonetized Yes

Description

Tetradrachm from Alexandria. Issued from 273 to 274. Struck in Billon. Measures 23 mm and weighs 8.5 g.

Obverse
Laureate and cuirassed bust of Emperor Aurelian facing right.
Reverse
Eagle standing left, looking right, holding wreath in beak. Six-pointed star above, in left field. (Year 5)

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (274)  — Year 6 "ЄTOYC S" (AD 274/275)
ND (273)  — Year 5 "ЄTOYC Є" (AD 273/274)

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