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| Issuer | Nicaea (Bithynia and Pontus) |
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| Year | 235-238 |
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| Composition | Bronze |
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| Obverse lettering | Γ ΙΟΥ ΟΥΗ ΜΑΞΙΜΕΙΝΟϹ ΑΥΓ (Translation: Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus Augustus) |
| Reverse description | A lion is depicted in dynamic motion, springing or pouncing to the right with its body fully extended and forelegs raised, rendered in a bold, vigorous style characteristic of Bithynian provincial bronzes of the Severan era. The reverse type alludes to civic pride and may carry symbolic associations with imperial power and the city's divine patronage. The Greek ethnic legend ΝΙΚΑΙΕΩΝ is disposed around the field, identifying the issuing city of Nicaea. The flan is irregular with a dark, granular patina throughout. |
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| Mintage | ND (235-238) |
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