Æ37 - Hadrian ΕΦΕϹΙΩΝ (in exergue)

Issuer Ephesus (Conventus of Ephesus)
Year 117-138
Type Standard circulation coin
Value
Currency
Composition Bronze
Weight 27.56 g
Diameter 37 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) III#2073
Obverse description Laureate and cuirassed bust of Hadrian right, with aegis
Obverse script
Obverse lettering ΑΔΡΙΑΝΟϹ ΚΑΙϹΑΡ ΟΛΥΜΠΙΟϹ
(Translation: Hadrian Caesar Olympian)
Reverse description Temple with eight columns on podium with three steps within which cult statue of Artemis Ephesia with supports; the columns are of Ionic order and the base of the columns are decorated; in pediment, four statues, two reclining in the angles and two probably female on either side of the central window: each has one arm raised towards the window and one lowered
Reverse script
Reverse lettering ΕΦΕϹΙΩΝ (in exergue)
(Translation: of the Ephesians)
Edge
Mint
Mintage ND (117-138) - -
Numisquare ID 4547820800
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