Alexandria Tetradrachm - Aurelianus, 272 – 273
Information
Country
Alexandria
Alexandria
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
272 – 273
Ruler
Aurelian (Lucius Domitius Aurelianus)
(270–275)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
9.6
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Alexandria. Issued from 272 to 273. Struck in Billon. Measures 20 mm and weighs 9.6 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate and cuirassed bust right
- Reverse
- Eagle standing right, head reverted, wreath in beak
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (272-273) | — | year 4 |
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