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Æ23 - Marcus Aurelius COL AVG TROA
| Issuer | Alexandria Troas (Conventus of Adramyteum) |
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| Year | 177-179 |
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| Weight | 7.86 g |
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| Obverse description | Youthful bare-headed bust of Commodus, draped in cuirass and paludamentum, facing right and presented from a rear three-quarter perspective. The legend encircles the bust reading COMMODO CAI(sic) AV GER, identifying the young co-emperor. The portrait reflects the early youthful iconography of Commodus prior to his sole reign, consistent with colonial bronze coinage of Alexandria Troas dating to the co-regency period of 177–179 AD. |
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| Reverse description | The cult statue of Apollo Smintheus depicted standing in frontal pose atop a short column, turned slightly to the right, with a quiver at his shoulder. The deity holds a patera in one hand and a bow in the other, reflecting his role as the divine protector venerated at the famous sanctuary near Alexandria Troas. The colonial legend COL AVG TROA is arranged around the type in the field, identifying the issuing city of Colonia Augusta Troas. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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