Catalogue
| Émetteur | Macedonia, Koinon of |
|---|---|
| Année | 138-161 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Valeur | |
| Devise | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Poids | 8.6 g |
| Diamètre | 20 mm |
| Épaisseur | |
| Forme | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | AMNG III#265, Varb#3040, Moush`12#5887, SNG Copenhagen#1341, RPC Online IV.1#4270 |
| Description de l’avers | Laureate head of Emperor, looking right |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | Greek |
| Légende de l’avers |
KAICAΡ ANTΩNEINOC (Translation: Caesar Antoninus) |
| Description du revers | Macedonian shield, surrounded by inscription |
| Écriture du revers | Greek |
| Légende du revers |
KOINON MAKEΔONΩN (Translation: Community of the Macedonians) |
| Tranche | |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
ND (138-161) - Koinon, Macedonia - |
| ID Numisquare | 1677359710 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
Historical Context: This Æ20 coin was issued by the Koinon of Macedonia during the reign of Emperor Antoninus Pius (138-161 AD), an era celebrated for its stability and prosperity within the Roman Empire. Provincial coinages like this served as crucial propaganda, affirming loyalty to the emperor and integrating imperial authority with local identity. The Koinon, a provincial assembly, played a vital role in administration and fostering a sense of shared Macedonian identity under Roman rule, often featuring imperial portraits alongside local symbols.
Artistry: The artistic style of this Koinon issue reflects a blend of Roman imperial portraiture and local Greek numismatic traditions. While typically executed by provincial engravers, the obverse likely presents a recognizable, idealized portrait of Antoninus Pius, aiming for imperial gravitas. The reverse, though unspecified, would commonly feature symbols or deities significant to Macedonia or the Koinon, such as a Macedonian shield, Zeus, or a personification of the province, rendered with a distinctive regional aesthetic rather than the refined artistry of the Rome mint.
Technical/Grading: As a copper Æ20, this coin's technical qualities are characteristic of provincial issues. High-points for wear on the obverse would typically include the emperor's hair, ear, nose, and chin. The strike quality can vary, with centering and die alignment often less precise than imperial issues. The flan, weighing 8.6 grams and measuring 20 millimeters, would be cast and then struck, potentially exhibiting minor irregularities. Details on the reverse would show wear on prominent features of its design.