Trajan Heavy Provincial Silver Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria. AD. 103-111
Trajan Heavy Provincial Silver Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria. AD. 103-111
Beautiful ancient Roman heavy silver coin
You are buying one restored ancient Roman Silver Provincial coin as pictured. Photo showing both sides of the coin.
Trajan AR Tetradrachm of Antioch, Syria. 103-111. Laureate head r.; below, club l. and eagle r. / Tyche seated r. on rock outcropping, holding grain ears and poppy; below river-god Orontes swimming r. McAlee 468; Prieur Tyre 1493. Very fine.
Weight: 13.8 g
Diameter: 24.4 mm
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Emperor: Trajan (98-117 AD)
Mint: Antioch, Syria
Coinage: AR Tetradrachm (silver, approximately 4 drachms)
Dates: 103-111 AD
Obverse: Laureate head of Trajan right, supported by an eagle, with a club below.
Reverse: Tyche (the city's goddess) seated right on rocks, holding grain ears, with the river-god Orontes swimming at her feet.
Greek inscription (Obverse): ΑΥΤΟΚΡ ΚΑΙϹ ΝΕΡ ΤΡΑΙΑΝΟϹ CЄΒ ΓЄΡΜ ΔΑΚ
ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ЄΞ ΥΠΑΤ Є or ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ЄΞ ΥΠΑΤЄ (Dating to his 15th year)
Symbolism: The imagery on the coin represents the prosperity and power of Antioch under Roman rule. The eagle and club symbolize Trajan's military strength and his victory over the Dacians, while Tyche and Orontes personify the city and the river that flows through it.
Rarity: While numerous tetradrachms were minted in Antioch, the specific issues are highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and detailed artistry.
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