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Æ21 - Valerian and Gallienus COL AVG TROA
| Issuer | Alexandria Troas (Conventus of Adramyteum) |
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| Year | 253-268 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
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| Obverse description | Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gallienus facing right, seen from the rear, with the emperor's bearded portrait rendered in the provincial style typical of Alexandria Troas. The cuirass is detailed with layered pteryges visible at the shoulder, and the drapery falls across the chest. The obverse legend IMP LICIN GALLIEN runs around the periphery in Latin characters. The flan is irregular, with some die wear and green patination consistent with a circulated bronze provincial issue. |
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| Reverse description | The Genius of the colony stands facing left in the reverse field, rendered in the characteristic style of Troas provincial coinage. In his extended right hand he holds a statuette of Apollo Smintheus, the locally venerated deity closely associated with the region of the Troad, while his left hand grasps a long sceptre. The colonial legend COL AVG TROA — abbreviating Colonia Augusta Troas — is disposed around the figure, affirming the city's status as a Roman colony. The type underscores the religious and civic identity of Alexandria Troas during the joint reign of Valerian and Gallienus. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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