Alexandria Tetradachm - Probus, 278 – 279
Information
Country
Alexandria
Alexandria
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
278 – 279
Ruler
Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus)
(276–282)
Composition
Potin
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.5
Diameter (mm)
27.7
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Alexandria. Issued from 278 to 279. Struck in Potin. Measures 27.7 mm and weighs 8.5 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate cuirassed bust right.
- Reverse
- Eagle standing right with wreath in its beak, palm branch behind, L-Delta across fields.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (278-279) | — | LΔ = year 4 |
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