Alexandria Tetradrachm - Diocletianus, 285 – 286
Information
Country
Alexandria
Alexandria
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
285 – 286
Ruler
Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus)
(284–305)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
7.5
Diameter (mm)
19.2
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Alexandria. Issued from 285 to 286. Struck in Bronze. Measures 19.2 mm and weighs 7.5 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped, cuirassed bust right.
- Reverse
- Eagle standing left, head right; wreath in beak, L-B across fields; star at top left.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (285-286) | — | LB = Year 2 |
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