Alexandria Tetradrachm - Maximianus, 288 – 289
Information
Country
Alexandria
Alexandria
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
288 – 289
Ruler
Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus)
(284–305)
Composition
Potin
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6.7
Diameter (mm)
17.1
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Alexandria. Issued from 288 to 289. Struck in Potin. Measures 17.1 mm and weighs 6.7 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped & cuirassed bust right
- Reverse
- Nike advancing right holding palm & wreath, star in right field.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (288-289) | — | LA = year 1 |
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