Tarsus Tetradrachm - Trajan, 98 – 117
ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞ ΥΠΑΤ Γ; Tarsus
Information
Country
Tarsus
Tarsus
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
98 – 117
Ruler
Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus)
(98–117)
Composition
Billon (.472 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
14.15
Diameter (mm)
25
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Tarsus. Issued from 98 to 117. Struck in Billon (.472 silver). Measures 25 mm and weighs 14.15 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate head of Trajan, right. (Imperator Caesar Nerva Traianus Augustus Germanicus tribunicia potestate consul III)
- Reverse
- Tyche of the City, turreted and veiled, seated, right, on rocks, holding palm; at her feet, river god Kydnos swimming, right; in field, right, ΤΑΡ.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (98-117) | — |
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